2013 Winderlea Maresh Vineyard Dundee Hills Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

12.5% alc., 116 cases, $48. Maresh Vineyard, located west of Winderlea Vineyard, was planted in 1970 and is the fifth oldest vineyard in the Willamette Valley. Dijon 115. Aged 10 months in French oak barrels, 38% new. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Shy, but lovely aromas of cherry syrup, dried herbs and spice cabinet. Rather elegant, even delicate, offering a boastful and succulent core of red cherry fruit that has class and breeding. Immediately embracing, with suave tannins and bright acidity. Score: 91. Reviewed November 6, 2015

Winery: Winderlea Vineyard & Winery
From article: Recently Tasted Oregon Pinot Noir