2014 Cristom Eileen Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., pH 3.62, TA 0.61, 940 cases, $59. Vineyard named after founder Eileen Gerrie, wife of Paul Gerrie. Planting began in 1997 to Dijon 114, 115 and 777 and Pommard clone at high density. Wadenswil was added in 2006 bringing the vineyard to 16.61 acres, the largest planting of Pinot Noir on the estate. This vineyard extends to the crest of the Eola Hills and is exposed to the last rays of sunlight each day and the first cooling Pacific Ocean breezes. Soils are primarily Jory and Nekia. Harvest Brix 24.5º-24.6º. 48% whole clusters. No cold soak, minimum addditions of sulfur and tartaric acid, native yeast fermentation, bladder pressed, aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 44% new. Bottled after fining with egg whites and unfiltered. · Moderately light reddish purple color in the glass. Seductive aromas of black cherry, exotic spices and sous-bois lead to a sturdy and highly flavorful palate featuring dark cherry and purple grape fruits gently framed by firm but not imposing tannins. Engaging fruit purity and delightful spice with a lingering, juicy finish. You will want to elope with Eileen. Score: 94. Reviewed December 13, 2016

Winery: Cristom Vineyards
From article: Final Oregon Wine Reviews of 2016