Bold, aromatic and ripe, but very elegant, with racy acidity providing the ground wire for the rich black cherry, bramble, incense and sweet earth notes, followed by a long, multifaceted finish. Drink now through 2013. 5,213 cases made, 950 cases imported.??–JM??Region: South Africa / Western Cape / Walker Bay / Hemel-en-Aarde Valley Select to Add

One of South Africa’s premier Pinot Noir producers, Hamilton Russell offers a 2007 Pinot that marries earthy and primal with poised and balanced. The nose exhibits black cherry, clove and anise, and on the palate, savory, rich fruit is balanced by a racy backbone and plucky spices. Elegant and intriguing.——S.K.(8/1/2010)—— 90