Country: U.S.A.

Region: Oregon

Vintage: 2018

Cépage: Pinot Noir (100%)

Size: 750 ml

Rating(s): 91 (RP); 93 (JD); 91 (JS)

"I love the appellation series from this estate and tasting through them is a great way to learn about the difference in regions on the West Coast. Starting with the 2018 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, it comes from multiple sites and saw 15% stems and 20% new French oak. Its deeper ruby/plum hue gives way to a medium-bodied Pinot Noir with a fresh, nicely structured style as well as terrific notes of black raspberries, strawberries, dried herbs, wood smoke, and earth. It's balanced, has nicely integrated acidity, and is just a smoking good Pinot Noir."

Jeb Dunnuck (JD) - 05/20