WTN: 2007 Williams Selyem Pinot Noir Sonoma Coast

14% abv. Cork split vertically and I had to filter out cork bits with a tea strainer. I found the nose of this wine more impressive than the taste. I tried the first glass of this side-by-side with the last glass of the Williams Selyem Pinot Noir Russian River Valley from the same vintage. I sensed a family resemblance in the two wines, but, in this vintage at least, I preferred the Russian River Valley blend. The Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir had dark fruit elements and a slightly savory note. It was pleasant with baked chicken thighs and onion in a mushroom sauce. I rated as a very good wine but not outstanding.

[Jenise]

Someone's drinking well!

In my all too brief career with Williams Selyam wines, compromised corks notwithstanding, I find it hard to imagine the occasion on which I wouldn't have preferred a Russian River appellation to a Sonoma Coast. Would it not be the same (generally speaking) for you?

I think so, Jenise. However some other producers' Sonoma Coast Pinot is very attractive.

[Jenise]

I think so, Jenise. However some other producers' Sonoma Coast Pinot is very attractive.

No argument there.