synergy fine wines

2009 was a cool year, allowing for a long hang time, which promotes deep color and rich flavors. This year's Chimera has a dark ruby color with aromas of plumb, currant, brown sugar, rose petal, blood orange and vanilla. Rich, pure and vibrant flavors of blackberry preserve, cranberry, candy apple and a sweet mixed-fruit compote. Great palate feel with balanced acid and tannins with a long, layered and persistent finish.

 "Another intriguing offering is the 2009 Pinot Noir Chimera. Most Burgundy varietals did well in 2009 because it was such a perfumed vintage given the cooler temperatures. The lacy, elegant Chimera possesses a fragrant bouquet of spring flowers intermixed with red and blue fruits as well as mossy underbrush characteristics, a round, generous mouthfeel and sweet, silky tannins. Already delicious as well as complex, it can be enjoyed over the next 2-3 years."

Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate : 91 Feb 2011