On the sweet side but a very easy drinking Pinot noir. — 10 months ago
Delicious! On the sweet side — 4 years ago
Stellar showing from Sonoma County. Cherry and almost cherry cola on the nose. Clove and baking spices, nutmeg, and Chinese 5 spice , coriander. Honey and fig. Silky and lush tannins with a very rounded finish. Not too much heat too. Mild acidity. 14% — 3 years ago
I’ve been holding off on drinking any of the 2012 vintage from Hirsch because the folks at the winery said this vintage that needed time in the bottle. @Bill Bender’s notes about the 2012 Hirsch Reserve encouraged me to open a bottle, and I’m glad I did. The wine was deep and broad with more earth, forest floor, mushroom, and loamy notes than I have come to expect from Hirsch wines. The structure has settled down and the more beguiling feminine aspects of the West Ridge are now showing themselves. This was fanatic with crispy roast duck at Gideon Ridge. On a side note, I’ll give a plug to that restaurant. IMHO, it’s the best restaurant in the high country, with great food, service and views. Just plan ahead because reservations are often 6-8 weeks out during the summer season. — 5 years ago
Delicate aroma of dark fruit. Dry upfront then a dusty finish. This opens up a lot so pour it and let it settle. — 7 months ago
Dark garnet-purple with a nose of black fruit, light earth and a touch of oak. In the mouth black plum, blackberry and mild acidity with clear tannins (but not too heavy). On the dry side- really nice and clearly a bigger Burgundy than the average. On April 30th at 490 West End Ave. — 2 years ago
Cab sauv at Kenlee’s house with jens and Palm. Ate with Lagnaa. Spicy bold mid tannins mid acidity on the dry side; plum/prune/oak/chocolate — 4 years ago
Konrad Ziegler
At Barcelona wine bar west side Atlanta — 3 months ago