2009 White Rose Estate White Rose Vineyard Dundee Hills Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., $70. Select barrels of the four oldest blocks in the estate vineyard. 60% whole cluster. · Moderately light reddish-purple color in the glass. Shy, but pleasing aromas of dark raspberries, spice and clove. Middle weight flavors of juicy raspberries and cherries with a note of seasoned oak, spice and a hint of good stem. Supportive, ripe tannins and impressive persistence and intensity on the generous finish. A delicious wine that is very outgoing now, but will stay the course for many years. Very good (+). Reviewed September 12, 2012

Winery: White Rose Estate
From article: 2010 Pinots Tasted in the Willamette