Wine Class Notes (May 31, 2012)

Irony Pinot Noir, 2009, Monterey County

Color: Clear, ruby, bright

Nose:  Earthy, fruity, hint of chocolate, vanilla,

    toasty

Mouth: smooth, cherry on front, long finish, spice on

                                finish, great alone or with food.

        Price:             $15-20

Erath Pinot Noir, 2009, Oregon

Color: Rusty red

Nose:              Smoky, earthy

Mouth: Higher acidity, less cherry fruit, more light

    raspberry

       Price:             $15

Louis Jadot Pinot Noir, 2009, France

Color: Deep ruby

Nose: Floral, perfume, more fruit as it opened up

Mouth: Higher tannins, big fruit on opening but not

                                a lot on finish.  Food tamed tannins.

Pairings

Cheeses

   Manchego

   Rembrandt Gouda

   Applewood smoked cheddar

Lindt Chili chocolate

60% dark chocolate