2017 Estates Reserve Pinot Noir

2017 Estates Reserve Pinot Noir
93 Points, Wine Enthusiast

"Not quite as ripe as the 2016, this barrel selection from all three estate vineyards compensates with pretty aromatics and overall elegance. Black cherry, cola, smoke, coffee and black tea flavors combine around polished tannins, and the nicely varied components are balanced throughout a lingering finish." - Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast

 

Tasting Notes

Unfurls in the glass with notes of spicy wild berries, forest floor and savory nuances. Broad-shouldered depth, both ample and layered, while at the same time thrillingly vibrant.

 

Vineyards

The 2017 Estates Reserve Pinot Noir is a blend of grapes sourced from all three of our estate vineyards.

 

Coast Range Vineyard

45 million year old mix of marine sediments and intrusive basalt flows in the foothills of the Coast Range mountains


Ribbon Ridge Vineyard

40 million year old high-quartz marine sandstones in the heart of the Ribbon Ridge AVA


Wichmann Dundee Vineyard

15 million year old red volcanic soils classic to Oregon’s Dundee Hills AVA
 

Drinking Window

2018 - 2038

 

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SKU: 1335
Wine Specs
Vintage
2017
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Yamhill-Carlton, Ribbon Ridge, Dundee Hills
Aging
16 months in 27% new French oak
Fermentation
50% Whole Cluster
Alcohol %
13.7
Wine Profile
Production Notes
2017 Vintage Notes: After a few dry winters, bud break started closer to normal in mid-April. The spring warmed up with record heat in late May that initiated flowering. However, a cool down in early June slowed flowering through the second and third week of the month then was followed by a few days of record high temperatures. A warm early September accelerated fruit development but was slowed by a cool down mid-month. Feeling that the harvest was going to be fast and furious, winemakers breathed a sigh of relief with the cooler conditions and proceeded to have a slow and steady harvest. 2017 ended up with near average to slightly higher than average sugar and acid levels with many touting beautiful flavors and well-balanced fruit.