2012 Marcassin Vineyard

Pinot Noir

America / California / Sonoma Coast / Fort Ross-Seaview

$295
JD 97
RP 97
Size:
Quantità:

2012 Marcassin Vineyard Pinot Noir, California.

The 2012 vintage from Marcassin Vineyard, particularly their Marcassin Vineyard Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, is celebrated for its exceptional quality, reflecting the favorable climatic conditions of the Sonoma Coast. This year marked a standout vintage, characterized by nearly ideal weather that allowed for even ripening and excellent flavor development.

2012 Marcassin Vineyard Chardonnay

This Chardonnay is renowned for its depth and complexity. It typically displays a rich array of flavors, including lemon zest, green apple, and pear, accented with notes of toasted almond, brioche, and subtle smoky oak. The palate is full-bodied with a creamy texture and a long, lingering finish that echoes minerality and a fine balance of acidity. This wine is crafted with precision, undergoing careful barrel fermentation and aging, which imparts additional layers of complexity and texture.

Marcassin Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012:
The 2012 Pinot Noir is equally impressive, offering a rich tapestry of aromas and flavors. It often features notes of ripe red berries, cherries, and plums, interwoven with hints of violets, earth, and spices. The wine's profile is rounded out by a silky texture and refined tannins, leading to a long, expansive finish. It is known for its elegance and the way it captures the essence of its coastal terroir.

Both wines from this vintage are highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs, known for their capacity to age gracefully while maintaining their vibrant fruit and nuanced expressions. The 2012 vintage from Marcassin Vineyard stands out as a testament to the high-quality winemaking and unique terroir of the Sonoma Coast.




JD 97

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2012 Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard lags the Chardonnay but is still a brilliant wine. Framboise, black cherries, strawberries, forest floor, and earthy nuances all emerge from this Burgundian, layered, powerful 2012 that has loads of sweet fruit. Brought up in new French oak, it doesn't show a hint of oak, has full-bodied richness and depth, and a great, great finish. Drink it anytime over the coming 10-15 years. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck. Tasting date: December 13, 2018. Drinking window: 2018-2033.
RP 97

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2012 Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard, which comes primarily from the Calera clone (although I suspect there are a few mystery clones in their plantings), always seems to remind me of a grand cru from Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, particularly Morey-St.-Denis. Dense ruby/plum, its sweet nose of strawberries, black cherry liqueur, fresh porcini mushrooms and forest floor is followed by a dark, full-bodied, rich and concentrated wine that is supple, dramatic, and even flamboyant. Drink it over the next 12-15 years. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker, Jr. Issue date: March 3, 2016. Drinking window: 2016-2031.

For INTERNATIONAL shipping, click HERE.

We ship within the United States to:

AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MN, MO, MT, NC, NE, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, and WY.

FREE SHIPPING INSURANCE: We provide FREE carrier insurance for lost or damaged shipments (per carrier terms and conditions.)

FREE WINE STORAGE: We provide FREE 6 Months wine cellar storage from date of purchase. Please choose this option at checkout and we will coordinate shipping for a later date.

SHIPPING: During warm summer weather, we recommend to only ship within the United States with Same Day or Next Day Air service to protect the wines from environmental damage. If you would like to waive this protection by shipping Ground, we will request a waiver be signed.

PACKAGING: Our premium wines need optimal temperature consistency, therefore are packaged in EPS foam shippers with gel pack (when needed) and shipped only during ideal weather temperatures.

For OWC (Original Wooden Case) orders, wine bottles will be removed from case and shipped inside a foam shipper box for safety (unless otherwise requested). The wooden case will be shipped separately at Ground service. If faster service is necessary please contact us.

WEATHER HOLD: In adverse temperature conditions, we reserve the right to withhold shipment until ideal temperatures return unless we receive explicit instructions via email to release the wines, voiding any guarantee. We will contact you if a hold is necessary.

FULFILLMENT: Shipments are via UPS.

  • Orders received Monday - Thursday before 2:00 p.m. will typically ship the same day.
  • Orders received Thursday 2:00 p.m. ~ Sunday will ship on Monday.

DELIVERY:

  • Same Day service within Los Angeles Metro area may be available if order is placed before noon, but not guaranteed. Please contact us directly at (626)714-7006 to facilitate expedited service.
  • During extreme temperatures, all shipments are recommended for Next Day Air.

Adult Signature: By law, all shipments of alcohol must be received and authorized by an adult. Our delivery carriers will not release packages without an adult signature and additional charges may be incurred if the package requires withholding or redirection.

*********

We ship within the United States to: Alaska, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Vermont, Virginia, Washington, Washington D.C., West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

  • CRITICAL REVIEWS
  • WINEMAKER NOTES
JD 97

Jeb Dunnuck

The 2012 Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard lags the Chardonnay but is still a brilliant wine. Framboise, black cherries, strawberries, forest floor, and earthy nuances all emerge from this Burgundian, layered, powerful 2012 that has loads of sweet fruit. Brought up in new French oak, it doesn't show a hint of oak, has full-bodied richness and depth, and a great, great finish. Drink it anytime over the coming 10-15 years. Reviewed by Jeb Dunnuck. Tasting date: December 13, 2018. Drinking window: 2018-2033.
RP 97

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2012 Pinot Noir Marcassin Vineyard, which comes primarily from the Calera clone (although I suspect there are a few mystery clones in their plantings), always seems to remind me of a grand cru from Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, particularly Morey-St.-Denis. Dense ruby/plum, its sweet nose of strawberries, black cherry liqueur, fresh porcini mushrooms and forest floor is followed by a dark, full-bodied, rich and concentrated wine that is supple, dramatic, and even flamboyant. Drink it over the next 12-15 years. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker, Jr. Issue date: March 3, 2016. Drinking window: 2016-2031.

2012 Marcassin Vineyard Pinot Noir, California.

The 2012 vintage from Marcassin Vineyard, particularly their Marcassin Vineyard Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, is celebrated for its exceptional quality, reflecting the favorable climatic conditions of the Sonoma Coast. This year marked a standout vintage, characterized by nearly ideal weather that allowed for even ripening and excellent flavor development.

2012 Marcassin Vineyard Chardonnay

This Chardonnay is renowned for its depth and complexity. It typically displays a rich array of flavors, including lemon zest, green apple, and pear, accented with notes of toasted almond, brioche, and subtle smoky oak. The palate is full-bodied with a creamy texture and a long, lingering finish that echoes minerality and a fine balance of acidity. This wine is crafted with precision, undergoing careful barrel fermentation and aging, which imparts additional layers of complexity and texture.

Marcassin Vineyard Pinot Noir 2012:
The 2012 Pinot Noir is equally impressive, offering a rich tapestry of aromas and flavors. It often features notes of ripe red berries, cherries, and plums, interwoven with hints of violets, earth, and spices. The wine's profile is rounded out by a silky texture and refined tannins, leading to a long, expansive finish. It is known for its elegance and the way it captures the essence of its coastal terroir.

Both wines from this vintage are highly sought after by collectors and connoisseurs, known for their capacity to age gracefully while maintaining their vibrant fruit and nuanced expressions. The 2012 vintage from Marcassin Vineyard stands out as a testament to the high-quality winemaking and unique terroir of the Sonoma Coast.




You may also like

Recently viewed