2016 Lenné Estate Yamhill-Carlton Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

14.0% alc., 350 cases, $40. Released February 1, 2019. A barrel selection of the finest parts of the estate vineyard, comprised mostly of 114 and Pommard. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Nicely perfumed with aromas of cherry, ripe cranberry, subtle spice and rose petal. Elegant, yet flavorful, with a mid weight charge of blackberry and black raspberry fruit flavors. Less extraction than the singleclone bottlings and not as complex, but forward drinking and satisfying. There is enough tannic backbone to support several years of enjoyment. Score: 91. Reviewed March 23, 2019

Winery: Lenné Estate
From article: Recently Tasted Willamette Valley Pinot Noir