2018 DION Old Vines Limited Release Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir

13.8$ alc., 92 cases, $65. Harvest Bris 23.7º-24.1º. Aged 14 months in French oak barrels, 50% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Intriguing aromas of darker berry and cherry, sweet pipe smoke, earthy flora and a subtle cloak of oak. Midweight plus in style with black cherry and black raspberry flavors augmented with a rustic, gamy bent. Admirable harmony with a perfect fruit and tannin ratio. This wine had me starring at the glass and asking, “How could so much flavor come from this wine.” The finish, like all great wines, lingered for what seemed like an eternity. Wow! (Reviewed January 17, 2021) Score: 96. Reviewed May 30, 2022

Winery: DION Vineyard
From article: Vineyards Established 1972-1973