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Cooper Mountain Vineyards
| Owner(s) | Robert J Gross |
| Web site | www.coopermountainwine.com |
| Link to this site |
Cooper Mountain Vineyards, established in 1987, has been a pioneer among Oregon wineries in practicing organic and biodynamic farming. The original Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vines were planted by husband and wife team, Dr. Robert (a psychiatrist and homeopath) and Corrine Gross in 1978. Organic certification by Oregon Tilth came in 1995 and Biodynamic certification by Demeter followed in 1999. In 2002, Cooper Mountain Vineyards was the first winery in the United States to gain label approval for a no-sulfite-added wine and carry the USDA Organic seal. The winery's sulfite free Pinot Noir has developed a cult following and sells out quickly. In addition, there are Reserve bottlings and single vineyard options.
The wines are sold on the website and through retail distribution.
Articles About Cooper Mountain Vineyards
Reviewed Wines
2008 Cooper Mountain Vineyards Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
13.5% alc., $24. Sourced from certified organic and Biodynamic
vineyards.
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Moderate reddish-purple color in the glass. Shy black
cherry, blackberry and redwood aromas. Rich and intense layered
core of black cherries and dark plums wrapped in ripe, firm tannins,
and sparked by a lift of acidity. Showing more on the palate than the
nose now, but possessing the balance to develop nicely in the bottle. Patience
needed. Plenty of Pinot for the price. Good.
Reviewed January 27, 2011
ARTICLE »
2007 Cooper Mountain Vineyards 20th Anniversary Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
13.0% alc., $19 (winery retail is $24). Estate bottled. A
blend from certified organic and biodynamic vineyards.
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A trilogy on the nose
of black cherries, raspberries and black currants. Juicy core of black
raspberry fruit, subtlety spiced with fine-grained tannins anchoring the nicely
structured backbone and a touch of refreshing citrus-laden acidity bringing
up the finish. This wine is a steal at this price.
Reviewed March 26, 2009
ARTICLE »
2006 Cooper Mountain Vineyards Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
13.5% alc., $24. Certified organic
and biodynamic vineyards.
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Fairly dark reddish-purple color. The aromas emerge with time in the glass
offering plum, blackberry and herbs. Mildly tart berry and cherry fruit flavors on the lean side with a touch of
herbs and wood, finishing with a tangy bite. Needs food.
Reviewed September 15, 2008
ARTICLE »
2008 Cooper Mountain Vineyards Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
13.5% alc., $24. Sourced from certified organic and Biodynamic vineyards. · Moderate reddish-purple color in the glass. Shy black cherry, blackberry and redwood aromas. Rich and intense layered core of black cherries and dark plums wrapped in ripe, firm tannins, and sparked by a lift of acidity. Showing more on the palate than the nose now, but possessing the balance to develop nicely in the bottle. Patience needed. Plenty of Pinot for the price. Good. Reviewed January 27, 2011 ARTICLE »
2007 Cooper Mountain Vineyards 20th Anniversary Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
13.0% alc., $19 (winery retail is $24). Estate bottled. A blend from certified organic and biodynamic vineyards. · A trilogy on the nose of black cherries, raspberries and black currants. Juicy core of black raspberry fruit, subtlety spiced with fine-grained tannins anchoring the nicely structured backbone and a touch of refreshing citrus-laden acidity bringing up the finish. This wine is a steal at this price. Reviewed March 26, 2009 ARTICLE »
2006 Cooper Mountain Vineyards Reserve Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
13.5% alc., $24. Certified organic and biodynamic vineyards. · Fairly dark reddish-purple color. The aromas emerge with time in the glass offering plum, blackberry and herbs. Mildly tart berry and cherry fruit flavors on the lean side with a touch of herbs and wood, finishing with a tangy bite. Needs food. Reviewed September 15, 2008 ARTICLE »
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