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The modern era of Oregon winegrowing began only in the 1960s, first in the Umpqua Valley, then later in what was to be of greatest importance, just north in the Willamette Valley. Today, Oregon (in particular, the Willamette Valley) is rightly regarded as producing fine Pinot Noir wines at the very highest levels of quality in the USA. And, then, there are its superb Pinots Gris, and the burgeoning quality of its Chardonnay and Riesling wines.
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2010 Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir Willamette Valley
Vivid red. Fresh red berries, cherry and potpourri on the highly perfumed nose. Juicy, tightly focused raspberry and cherry flavors are complemented by deeper notes of cola and licorice, with a spicy quality adding bite. Finishes silky and sweet, with very good energy and lingering florality. Rated 91. ‑ Josh Raynolds, Steven Tanzer's International Wine Cellar July 2012 |
2010 Soter Vineyards North Valley Pinot Noir
Dark red. Fresh cherry and black raspberry aromas are complicated by Indian spices, fresh lavender and cola. Fleshy and appealingly sweet on the palate, with cherry and dark berry flavors enlivened by slow-building florality. Finishes smooth and long, with lingering spiciness and very good breadth. Rated 90. ‑ Josh Raynolds, Steven Tanzer's International Wine Cellar July 2012 |
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