Torbreck, Amis Size:6x750ml the Bien Nacido Pinot Noir

the Bien Nacido Pinot Noir features intense aromas of cranberry sauce

This wine represents a selection of the best fruit from the site at the upper parts of the vineyard

Enough reduction is present to mask all but wisps of citrus character

citrus and lightly spiced pear aromas that include a touch of mineral reduction

the 2011 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Albesani Vigna Santo Stefano had no such issues

Torbreck, Amis Size:6x750ml the Bien Nacido Pinot NoirIn an adolescent funk (this was stunning upon release), the 2012 Les Amis is in between the flush of youth and coming out on the other side into adult glory. Smoke and vanilla notes accent raspberry fruit, but the aromatics are somewhat dampened compared to other vintages. It's still glorious, with ample weight and richness, and a long, plush finish. This was the only one of the Les Amis I found that showed its alcohol at all, and then only as slight