Red

Bridlewood Pinot Noir (Monterey County)

Monterey County · Central Coast · United States

Fact sheet

pato assado · carnes grelhadas · cogumelos · atum selado

201486 pts

Baked black-plum aromas meet with star anise on the nose of this bottling. The texture is easy and light on the sip, where somewhat muddled flavors of mulberry and dried earth ride a decent acidity that rises toward the finish.
201385 pts

A slightly confusing array of scents emerges off of this bottling, with sour cherries, toasted oak, raspberry syrup and pungent pine needles tripping over each other. The palate is more approachable, with mocha, espresso, dark red fruits and licorice flavors.
201285 pts

A sandalwood, light leather and raspberry nose are the most compelling elements of this wine by this E & J Gallo brand. On the palate, roasted fig and tart berry are followed by a bit of spice but no lasting finish.
201086 pts

This is a sound Pinot Noir, rich in raspberry jam, toast and vanilla flavors, with lots of zingy coastal acidity.
200886 pts

Underneath the oak is a modest, crisp Pinot Noir, dry and appealing in raspberry, cherry, cola and mushroom flavors. The oak is a little heavy-handed, though, making the wine feel heavy and finish sweet.