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CRU Winery 2008 Appellations Series Pinot Noir (Santa Maria Valley)

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Made in an exaggerated tutti-fruity style, with candied raspberry and mocha flavors. The mouthfeel is nicely silky, with a brisk flourish of acidity. Drink now.  — S.H.  (10/1/2010)
86
points

CRU Winery 2008 Vineyard Montage Pinot Noir (Central Coast)

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A serviceable Pinot Noir, rich in fruity raspberries and cherries, with a touch of sweet oak. Easy to drink with roast salmon, grilled sausages, or a nice, plump ham.  — S.H.  (10/1/2010)
86
points

CRU Winery 2008 Appellations Series Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands)

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A super-fruity, direct Pinot, rather one-dimensional in cherry, raspberry and mocha flavors. Dry and crisp, with a silky texture, it’s a good wine to drink now.  — S.H.  (10/1/2010)
83
points

CRU Winery 2008 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Santa Lucia Highlands)

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Shows sweet-and-sour pineapple and orange fruit flavors, like a Chinese restaurant duck sauce. Lacks balance and sophistication, but will please fans of the style.  — S.H.  (10/1/2010)
83
points

CRU Winery 2008 Vineyard Montage Chardonnay (Monterey County)

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A tartly acidic, slightly green wine, with mineral, peach, green grape and pineapple flavors. Turns sweet-and-sour on the finish.  — S.H.  (10/1/2010)
82
points

CRU Winery 2008 Appellation Series Chardonnay (Arroyo Seco)

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Very tart, almost sour in acidity, with unnaturally sweet pineapple, buttered toast and caramel flavors.  — S.H.  (10/1/2010)
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