J.R. Dill Winery – Merlot 2010 Reserve – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Merlot 2010 Reserve – Finger Lakes

The nose reveals notes of cherry. The palate is fleshy and has a good texture. In mouth this wine expresses aromas of fleshy and ripe red fruits (strawberry, cherry) associated with a few spices and a discreet woody note. Tannins are few and fine. The finish is fruity and spicy.

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J.R. Dill Winery – Pinot Noir 2010 Reserve – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Pinot Noir 2010 Reserve – Finger Lakes

The nose reveals notes of ripe fruits and sweet spices associated with a slight woody note, earthy note and hints of chocolate. The palate is fresh, well balanced and takes notes of fleshy fruits. It contains notes of cherry, plum and slight notes of fig associated with some small notes of red fruits and a…

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J.R. Dill Winery – Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc – Réserve 2010 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Cabernet Sauvignon & Cabernet Franc – Réserve 2010 – Finger Lakes

The nose is fresh and fruity. It reveals notes of black fruits (blueberry, blackcurrant, blackberry) and red fruits (raspberry, small berries). The palate is structured and offers a little freshness. It reveals aromas of cherry, plum and blueberry and slight spicy notes. There is a small salinity on the finish (characteristic of this property). The tannins…

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J.R. Dill Winery – Cabernet Franc 2009 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Cabernet Franc 2009 – Finger Lakes

The nose reveals notes of ripe fruits and cocoa associated with some spices. The palate is well balanced, mineral, fresh (with a small acid frame that leads the tasting) and shows a slight salinity (typical for this property). It includes aromas of cherry, blueberry and slight notes of fig, cassis, plum, raspberry and spices. The…

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J.R. Dill Winery – Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Cabernet Sauvignon 2011 – Finger Lakes

The nose is powerful and takes on notes of spices, black fruits (black cherry, blackberry) and woody notes. There is also a small pepper note on the nose. In the mouth a small acid frame leads the tasting. On the palate this wine reveals notes of black cherry and blueberry combined with hints of currant, strawberry and…

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J.R. Dill Winery – DeFranc 2011 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – DeFranc 2011 – Finger Lakes

The nose is a bit powerful. It expresses notes of black cherry, cassis and spices. The palate is mineral and reveals notes of fleshy black cherry, fig, blackberry and spices. There are some fine and well-made tannins. The finish is long and takes notes of black cherry and blackberry.

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J.R. Dill Winery – DeChaunac 2010 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – DeChaunac 2010 – Finger Lakes

The nose reveals notes of black fruits (black cherry, black currant) and pepper. The palate is fleshy, fruity and reveals a slight salinity typical of this property. On the palate this wine expresses notes of strawberry, raspberry and black cherry. The final takes notes of raspberry, black cherry and blackberry. The final is long (always with a…

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J.R. Dill Winery – Lake Glass Red 2012 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Lake Glass Red 2012 – Finger Lakes

The nose reveals notes of cooked black fruits, sour cherry, red cherry and blackberry combined with some notes of spices, strawberry and leather. The palate is balanced and shows a slight salinity (typical for this property). On the palate this wine reveals aromas of cherry, blackberry and slight notes of strawberry associated with some discrete…

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J.R. Dill Winery – Cayuga White Rise Sparkling 2012 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Cayuga White Rise Sparkling 2012 – Finger Lakes

The nose reveals notes of fresh fruits, apple and slight notes of citrus. The palate is lively and shows a high and abundant effervescence. It includes aromas of pear, papaya, fresh apple, grape and slight notes of  sweet citrus (lemon, tangerine) especially in the finish. The finish is fruity and fresh.

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J.R. Dill Winery – Gewurztraminer 2011 – Finger Lakes

J.R. Dill Winery – Gewurztraminer 2011 – Finger Lakes

The nose reveals vegetales notes with, spicy and floral notes. The mouth expresses notes of citrus zest, exotic fruits (papaya, pineapple) and apple associated with very a small spicy note. The finish is medium long and takes notes of white fruits.

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