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An Elegant Year for California Pinot Noir

2005 shows the varietal's subtler side

By James Laube

California's 2005 Pinot Noir crop is impressive for the number of stylish and outstanding wines it delivers. The new vintage showcases the grape's sleeker, more elegant and understated side, representing.....

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