2009 North America
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2009 Wine Vintage - California
A fine growing season with near-perfect weather has produced stunning wines in California in 2009. A hot spell in September brought already healthy grapes to perfect ripeness and, although rain came in October, by this time most of the harvest was safely gathered in. Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel seem to be the outstanding varietals, although the whole region seems to have enjoyed success. The heat of September caused some concerns of over-ripeness, but cool weather early in the year had allowed the grapes to build up sufficient acidity to cope.
2009 Wine Vintage - Oregon
A near-ideal growing season seems sure to produce some outstanding wines in 2009. A generally warm, dry summer, in which occasional cooler periods and the odd burst of rain seems to have had no adverse effect on quality, meant that by early September the grapes were almost at perfect maturity. A cooler period in September did no harm and may in fact have helped to preserve acidities, and the extended hang-time allowed for the development of intense flavours and excellent concentration.
2009 Wine Vintage - Washington State
A generous crop of very good quality seems to be the picture in Washington State in 2009. A cool spring made for a slow start but a warm summer and a hot August brought the grapes to perfect ripeness. Cooler weather in September slowed the maturation process and ensured maintenance of a sufficient level of acidity. Nearly all the harvest was in before frost struck in mid-October. The colour of the red wines is especially deep and producers are expecting great quality from the Cabernet Sauvignon this year, although quality among the white varietals is also high, as it is with the newest fashionable varietal, the Malbec.
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Case price (Magnum 3 x 150cl)
Magnum 3 x 150cl4cs
Robert Parker Wine Advocate #209 Oct 2013
Bottle 6 x 75cl2cs
Robert Parker Wine Advocate #209 Oct 2013
Winemaker Allison Tauziet describes 2010 as a year that started later than normal because of a cold March and early April. Conditions returned to normal in June, when temperatures increased. There were no heat spikes during the summer, but a period of heat in September allowed the fruit to catch up. The harvest took place between mid to late October. I also revisited the 2011s, which are now preliminary blends. Readers who want to learn more about Colgin might want to take a look at my video interview with Allison Tauziet filmed during the 2012 harvest. This is a striking set of wines from Ann Colgin, her husband Joe Wender, and the entire Colgin team
Antonio Galloni -Wine Advocate #204 Dec 2012
The 2009 IX Estate Syrah is simply impeccable. It possesses striking finesse in its aromatics and graceful layers of dark black fruit. This is one of the most unique Syrahs being made in California today. Layers of elegant fruit flow seamlessly to the long, textured finish. The 2009 is remarkable from the very first taste. It shows fabulous aromatic intensity and lift throughout. I loved it.
Antonio Galloni - Wine Advocate #198 - Dec 2011
Bottle 12 x 75cl1cs
Jeb Dunnuck - Wine Advocate - eRobertParker.com - Jun 2015
Bottle 3 x 75cl1cs
Bottle 3 x 75cl3cs
Bottle 3 x 75cl2cs
Bottle 3 x 75cl1cs
Bottle 3 x 75cl1cs
Bottle 3 x 75cl1cs
Robert M. Parker, Jr. - Wine Advocate - eRobertParker.com - Oct 2013
Bottle 6 x 75cl1cs
2009 was a slightly mixed vintage, weather-wise, for the Napa Valley, with cool weather at flowering and during the key ripening period but interspersed with some burst of extreme heat which brought a pleasing maturity to the grapes in time for the harvest. The bouquet shows traditional cassis and dark chocolate aromas but also some blueberry and graphite, reflecting the coolness. The palate is exceptionally fine, with abundant but ripe tannins integrating beautifully with the French oak and perfectly complemented by crisp acidity. As always, one of the purest expressions of a Bordeaux blend grown in California.