2015 Brooks Old Vine Pommard Eola-Amity Hills Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

14.2% alc., pH 3.70, TA 0.50, 300 cases, $55. Vines planted in 1973 and 1974 in volcanic Nekia soil. Pommard clone vines biodynamically farmed. Average Harvest Brix 23.5º. Native yeast fermentation, aged 18 months in French oak barrels. Cross-flow filtered. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Aromas of earth-dusted Bing cherry, sandalwood and spice with a hint of volatile acidity upon opening. The luscious black cherry core makes an impression as does the persistent finish. The texture is silken smooth by virtue of compatible tannins. Considerably more enjoyable when tasted the following day from a previously opened and re-corked bottle. This wine has a promising future. Score: 92. Reviewed October 12, 2018

Winery: Brooks Winery
From article: Brooks: Passionate About Organic and Biodynamic Farming and Natural Winemaking