2013 White Rose Estate White Rose Vineyard Dundee Hills Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

12.5% alc., $125 (Club members priority). 100% whole cluster fermentation. Aged in French oak barrels, 9% new. · Moderately light cherry red color in the glass. Intoxicating aromas of cherry reduction sauce, exotic spices and wilted rose petal. The light to mid weight red cherry and cranberry flavors are nicely spiced and balanced with supple tannins and tight acidity. An underlying savory woodland flavor plays in the background. There is good grip on the red fruited, juicy finish that is both elegant and aromatic. Wines from this vineyard typically become more complex over time in bottle and this wine has the harmony to last. This wine brought back memories of a 1990 DRC Romanee-Conti wine I had the pleasure of drinking a number of years ago because of its lighter color and elegant yet flavorful demeanor. Score: 93-94. Reviewed December 12, 2015

Winery: White Rose Estate Winery & Vineyard
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Willamette Valley Pinot Noir