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Score 88-90/100 · Drink 2013-2016, Antonio Galloni, Vinous, Feb 2012

The 2010 Pinot Noir Two Brothers wafts from the glass with super-ripe red cherries, flowers, spices and licorice. Sweet candied notes linger on a delicate, high-toned finish that is quite marked by the use of 50% whole clusters.

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90
90/100

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92
90-93/100

Jeb Dunnuck

89
88-90/100

Antonio Galloni, Vinous

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88 - 90 points
Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate
Score 88-90/100 · Drink 2012-2016, Antonio Galloni, Wine Advocate, Feb 2012

The 2010 Pinot Noir Two Brothers wafts from the glass with super-ripe red cherries, flowers, spices and licorice. Sweet candied notes linger on a delicate, high-toned finish that is quite marked by the use of 50% whole clusters. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016. Proprietor Joe Donelan and his winemaker Tyler Thomas share a passion for cool-climate marginal sites. Given the focus on sourcing from top vineyards, it is hardly a surprise that the vineyard-designates are the most exciting wines in this lineup. I have a harder time finding the same level of enthusiasm for the winery’s numerous blended cuvees, but these are all excellent to outstanding wines that merit serious attention. Tel. (707) 591-0782; www.donelanwines.com

90 - 93 points
Jeb Dunnuck
Score 90-93/100 · Jeb Dunnuck, Dec 2011

Tasted out of barrel and made with roughly 40% whole cluster, the 2010 Donelan Pinot Noir Two Brothers is a very Burgundian Pinot with spice, forest floor, and pepper notes supported by darker cherry and hints of strawberry on the nose. Medium-bodied with solid acidity and a juicy, overall fresh feel, this looks to be as good as the '09, and should drink well for a decade.

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Donelan Family Wines
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Red

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Dry

Under the law of Hong Kong, intoxicating liquor must not be sold or supplied to a minor in the course of business. 根據香港法律,不得在業務過程中,向未成年人售賣或供應令人醺醉的酒類 。
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