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TN: Benton Lane Pinot Noir 2002
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Steve Timko
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> Thanks for the TN's. Haven't tried B-L in some years. Back in the early 90's
> they were doing some nice PN's, but about '95 (?) they oaked the heck out of
> about 3 weaker vintages. During that time, some others were doing, what I
> felt was a better job, so I have been passing over their wines since. I'll
> make an effort to look into them again. I'm a bit surprised at the US$13, as
> that was about the price-point 10 years ago.
>
> Again, thanks for reawakening an interest in this estate - love the stamp!
There was some oak, but not too bad. I bought it on close out from K&L
Wines. It's normally about $16, I think. I'd rather drink this again
than the 2003 Stanford for $25. I knew nothing about it and was
surprised.
The postage stamp is quite distinctive.
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