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Messina Hof Barrel Reserve 2008 Pinot Noir Texas

Submitted by Bob Bacchus on Wed, 2010-06-09 12:00

Mmmmm, tasty. A smooth wine with a marvelous dryness to it. And a plus, if you finish a bottle or two a good chance you won't have a headache the next day.

It comes across as a "just right" Pinot. A wine with good deep purple color, some real body to it, lots of nice berry notes (raspberry?) for both your nose and palette, and a gentle dryness that is not too aggressive. The taste just seems to linger there for a medium to long finish. A definite sipping wine.

Wine Reviewed:

Messina Hof Barrel Reserve Pinot Noir, 2008

Our Rating: 100
Grade: A-
Price: $10

Winery: Messina Hof Wine Cellars
Region: Texas
Country: USA
Website: messinahof.com

Alcohol: 14.0% by volume
Bottle: 750 ml.
Closure: Natural Cork

Varietal(s): Pinot Noir

Bottle Blurb:
Established in 1977, Messina Hof is the marriage to two family heritages. Winemaker Paul Bonarrigo's family dates back seven generations to Messina, Sicily. Merrill's family originates from Hof, Germany. Together they have created a landmark wine country destination. Our barrel reserve Pinot Noir is rich, soft and fruity with exceptional balance and a hint of vanilla.