Critics Average score from professional wine critics and publications.
91
/100
Reviews
19
professional
Vintages
1
2010
Other
91/100
Syrah,
Pinot Noir
NV
Community Reviews
2020
Reviews
91.4
Avg Score
97
Highest
Taster #6649
· Jan 3, 2021
95/100
Amazing evolution, showing gorgeous red fruit, complex aromas and tertiary notes of vinyl and fully integrated. Like a fantastic northern Rhobe with just the perfect amount of age. Definitely at peak now.
2010 vintage
Taster #8672
· Sep 9, 2017
87/100
This wasn't good on the first night...had an oil slick taste that was quite off-putting. It needed another night in a carafe and came around to be at least decent. However I suspect it's just not very well made since it's still lacking in character, and it's a bit harsh as well. one of the reasons I left the Foxen club years a go. Moving on
2010 vintage
Taster #1442
· Jul 16, 2017
92/100
Great Pinot. Cherry, pepper with a hint of raspberry. Medium body with great aftertaste. Still like Julia's vineyard better, but this is the next best Foxen Pinot in my mind.
2010 vintage
Taster #2575
· Jul 4, 2017
97/100
Rich, dark fruits of black cherries, black raspberries, and huckleberries. Oak is obvious, vanilla, nutmeg, and pepper
2010 vintage
Taster #1278
· Feb 11, 2017
92/100
Killer. Drink now. Can't imagine this wine gets better. Has held up well, balanced, perfect acidity, long finish.
2010 vintage
Taster #9442
· May 12, 2015
90/100
Bought at the winery. Very dark and broody. Good structure and long finish.
2010 vintage
Taster #5540
· Jan 11, 2015
93/100
This wine has improved markedly over the last 18 months. It is now loaded with dark fruit, a long enjoyable after taste and a beautiful aroma.
2010 vintage
Taster #6103
· Nov 28, 2014
89/100
Nice dark fruit nose. Big smooth tastes of plum, dark fruits & dark cherry. Generally consistent taste throughout the bottle.
2010 vintage
Taster #1486
· Sep 27, 2014
91/100
Slightly medicinal at PnP, but developed nicely over the course of the night. Suggest at least an hour decant (even though I rarely decant my pinots). White pepper and deep strawberry flavor.
2010 vintage
Taster #6649
· Aug 25, 2014
91/100
Medium-opaque purple/violet in color, with spicy plum aromas. Palate showing pretty integration now, rich in baked plum, blueberry and blackberry, a touch of olive and white pepper, yet light on its feet at the same time. Tannins are supportive, not harsh, and finishes long and tasty.
2010 vintage
Taster #4938
· Jan 18, 2014
92/100
Cherry, tobacco, and pepper with what, a hint of freshly opened bubblegum on the nose? Smooth deeply flavored Pinot with an expansive palate. Nice lingering mouthfeel and finish. Tasty!
2010 vintage
Taster #3020
· Dec 4, 2013
91/100
Depp garnet color, fruity bouquet, medium bodies with apple, cherry flavor.
2010 vintage
Taster #8247
· Nov 28, 2013
91/100
Big,big in your face wine. On the nose its obviously from Santa Ynez wine country but bigger on the palate than any other wine I've ever had from the region. Like a big one dimensional Turley PS. Drinking well now paired with hard cheeses. Will age for another 5-8 years nicely and pick up complexity missing now.
2010 vintage
Taster #3032
· Jan 2, 2013
91/100
Very nice syrah.
2010 vintage
Taster #1486
· Dec 10, 2012
92/100
Love Foxen Pinots...enjoyed this one at the tasting room! Smooth red fruits and a touch of bacon. Finally a high end Pinot my wife likes.
2010 vintage
Taster #2078
· Nov 3, 2012
N: Dark Brambly fruit, blackberries. P: Heavy, dark austere fruits, blackberry, sharp dark cherry, balsamic, stewed meat. Almost a bit of carrots to it, very interesting and very bold. They said it could use at least 7 years to settle down. F: A meritage of dark fruits.
2010 vintage
Taster #6167
· Sep 8, 2012
90/100
A very aromatic nose of cloves, eucalyptus & pine. Dark color with excellent extraction and balance. Great mouth feel & nose is wonderful. Finish is a little short and doesn't quite have the complexity and layering of flavors like Julias. Nevertheless, a great Foxen Pinot Noir but for the same price, I'll buy Julias.
2010 vintage
Taster #8689
· Aug 11, 2012
90/100
Santa Ynez Valley Tasting Trip - Day 2 (Babcock, Foxen, Koehler, Brander) (Santa Ynez Valley, CA) : $54. Strong Potpourri on the nose. On the palate, very interesting perfumey, dried herbs, and pepper flavors. Medium bodied and quite flavorful in a nicely balanced frame. I really liked it, but I didn't feel like dropping $50+ on it.
2010 vintage
Taster #1486
· Jul 13, 2012
92/100
Enjoyed at the winery. A stellar Pinot featuring strawberries and cherries. Light, fresh and smooth.
2010 vintage
Taster #5540
· Jul 11, 2012
90/100
The nose is of red cherries, red currants, and strawberries. Light to medium body. Spices are added to the taste.
2010 vintage