2014 Ayoub Memoirs Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., $38. A blend of several select vineyards. Photo on front label was taken with winery owner Mo Ayoub, his father and siblings in 1964 on the beach in Beirut, Lebanon. Memoirs is a tribute to fond recollections of Mo Ayoub’s family. · Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Nice harmonious blend of fruit and oak on the nose, with aromas of black cherry, black raspberry, mocha and vanilla. Good heft in a mid weight plus styled wine, with flavors of blueberry, black cherry and black raspberry framed by modest dusty tannins. Juicy, with a pleasing satin texture and a satisfying finish of good length. Still very appealing when tasted from a previously opened and re-corked bottle the following day. Score: 91-92. Reviewed February 1, 2017

Winery: Ayoub Vineyard
From article: Sips of Recently Tasted Oregon Wines