{"product_id":"varttu-samuil-phillipp-bass-estate-pinot-noir-2017","title":"Phillipp Bass Estate Pinot Noir 2017","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Iron Fist in a Velvet Glove\" – A Landmark Year for the Original Estate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn March 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003e2017 Bass Phillip Estate Pinot Noir\u003c\/b\u003e is hailed as one of the most successful and \"complete\" vintages in the domaine's history. Founder Phillip Jones famously compared this year’s Estate bottling to a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"218\"\u003eNuits-Saint-Georges\u003c\/b\u003e, noting its unusual combination of muscular structure and perfumed elegance. The 2017 season was characterized by low yields and a long, cool ripening period, which allowed the fruit from the 35+ year-old vines to reach a level of concentration and \"mouth-staining\" intensity rarely seen at the Estate level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAs the wine approaches its tenth year, it has moved from its exuberant \"primary fruit\" phase into a sophisticated, earthy middle-age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (2026 Perspective)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eCurrent evaluations show a wine that has gained significant weight and complexity in the bottle, trading simple berry notes for a deep, \"brooding\" character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eComplex and Perfumed.\u003c\/b\u003e It opens with a concentrated \"fragrant small berry\" bouquet—think \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"98\"\u003ewild strawberries, black cherries, and raspberries\u003c\/b\u003e. As it breathes, savory secondary layers of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"193\"\u003eviolets, fresh forest floor, and spicy cedar\u003c\/b\u003e emerge, underpinned by a distinct \"cold granite\" minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003ePowerful and Concentrated.\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is \"voluminous and creamy,\" featuring \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"87\"\u003elush red cherry and red currant\u003c\/b\u003e flavors. This is supported by a robust, \"chewy\" structure of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"180\"\u003esilky, fine-grained tannins\u003c\/b\u003e and a vibrant, tangy acidity that provides incredible energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eMoreish and Expansive.\u003c\/b\u003e It concludes with a long, persistent finish of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"82\"\u003esweet spices, sandalwood, and a lingering floral lift\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVine Age\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e35 – 38 years old\u003c\/b\u003e (Estate Old Vines)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eYields\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\"\u003eExtremely low (approx. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"23\"\u003e1 tonne per acre\u003c\/b\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFarming\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,4,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBiodynamic\u003c\/b\u003e (no irrigation, minimal intervention)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAging\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\"\u003e15–18 months in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"16\"\u003eFrench Allier oak (60% new)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e14.5%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2021 – 2038.\u003c\/b\u003e Currently in a prime plateau; will hold for another 10+ years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eThe 2017 Estate is a serious, structured wine that can sometimes show a touch of \"reductive\" barnyard character upon first opening—a common trait in high-density, unfiltered Pinots. \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"182\"\u003eDecant it for at least 60 minutes\u003c\/b\u003e to let the fruit \"break through\" the earthy layers. Serve at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"277\"\u003e14°C–16°C\u003c\/b\u003e. Its \"Grand Cru\" feel makes it a perfect partner for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"340\"\u003eDuck with Plum Sauce\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"362\"\u003eWild Mushroom Risotto\u003c\/b\u003e, or \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"388\"\u003eSlow-Cooked Venison\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122469020022,"sku":"'0894197992312","price":125.5,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/philippbassesatepn.png?v=1774252243","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/varttu-samuil-phillipp-bass-estate-pinot-noir-2017","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}