For many of us an aroma of 'barnyard' on a wine, can make us think twice about tasting it. There are some that enjoy it in wines and others that rather pass on it. I'm usually in the latter, but this time around I was going to give the 2005 Vista Hills' pinot noir a shot. It was graciously given to us as a gift from a fellow wine lover and friend. The unique bouquet of 'barnyard' and an aroma similar to a baby's fart was the beginnings to an elegant and distinctive pinot noir.
It's dark chocolate color and deep purple trim made for an exciting beginning. As I first tasted vista hills, I couldn't believe the freshness of the fruits. It was as if I was eating raspberries, blackberries and cherries straight from a farm stand. The freshness was nothing like I've ever tasted in a wine. As ripe fruits and freshness impressed my palate notes of earth, vanilla and clean tannins made for a balanced and complex wine. It was bright, rich and delicious on my first tasting. As I drank it two hours later, the fruits became a little less bright, yet still delicious...more like cherries from a baked pie. The aromas of barnyard became a little more apparent and the earthy tones arose from my glass.
The 2005 Vista Hills was truly enjoyable, I personally preferred the flavors right when the wine was opened. It's a great wine for those less likely to try a wine with barnyard aromas. If you fear the baby fart fragrance and dirty mushroom boutique, vista hills can open your palate to a pleasant and rare tasting.
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