| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | U.S.A. > Oregon |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
There’s a real sense of depth and detail here with fresh cherries and blueberries, swathed in vanilla-dusted violets, fresh-cut roasting herbs and biscuit spices. The palate has a very plush and smoothly rendered feel with a long, smooth and seamless run of ripe blueberries and cherries. Concentrated and elegant pinot with a long, long finish. Drink across the next decade.
This 9.7ha vineyard, founded by winemaker Mike Etzel and his brother-in-law (2020 Decanter Hall of Fame Award winner) Robert Parker, was first planted in 1986. Fermented in wood, steel and amphora and aged in 45% new French casks for 11 months. It has elegant, fresh ripe cherry and plum, Asian spices and pretty floral notes. There’s density, length and a firm tannic structure, with no heaviness or astringency. (Drink between 2021-2030)
