The 2006 Pinot Noir Temperance Hill Vineyard is medium ruby in color with a fragrant perfume of spice box, mineral, cherry, and strawberry. Sweet, savory, and easy-going on the palate, it has good concentration and grip and a pure, fruit-filled close.
Mark Vlossak, partner/winemaker of St. Innocent Winery, was in a pleasant mood when I saw him in late July of 2008 and why not? He has moved into a splendid new facility where he can take full advantage of his winemaking talents. Furthermore, his 2006 Pinot Noirs are very successful and his 2007s in barrel might be even better.
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