2011 Coeure de Terre Vineyard Sarah Jane’s Block McMinnville Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., $65. The second block planted on the estate (from Renelle’s Block) and the largest block. Willakenzie soils. · Medium reddish purple color in the glass. This wine is awkward and not particularly appealing yet. The nose lacks fruit, offering primarily oak-driven scents. The juicy black cherry core is swallowed up in oak and tannin. The sappy fruit and length of finish indicate potential, but I would not touch this wine for another 2 years. Score: 88. Reviewed July 6, 2014

Winery: Coeur de Terre Vineyard
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