92 Points Wine Enthusiast
A really classic Willamette Valley Pinot nose, with lots of red cherries, black tea, orange zest and a streak of Thai basil. Nice, bright acidity steals the show from soft tannins with a subtle grip. The wine tastes like a soda fountain cherry phosphate mixed with blackberry, straw and lemon verbena flavors. No squalor here, just a whole lot of love.
 
Winemaker Notes
The Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is a multi-vineyard and multi-appellation blend. The intent of this wine is to capture the essence of the vintage. Like canning preserves in my kitchen, I see winemaking as a preserving of the harvest. I look for a sweet fruit aroma to pull you into the glass followed by all of the nuances that make us love Pinot Noir. A bright acid profile is key to keeping the palate vibrant, pairing the wine with food and letting the flavors linger long after the swallow. Balance creates a dynamic wine that is exciting to drink and that pairs well with a variety of foods.