2015 Brooks Crannell Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.50% alc., pH 3.66, TA 0.59, $48. Vines planted in 1984 in volcanic Jory and Nekia soils. Pommard, 115, 777 and 667 clones. Average harvest Brix 24.0º. Native fermentation, aged 18 months in French oak barrels. Cross-flow filtered. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Haunting aromas of black cherry, spice and cedary oak. A savory earthiness and woodiness underlines the essence of dark cherry and blackberry fruits. The firm tannins stick out on the generously fruited finish. Score: 89. Reviewed October 12, 2018

Winery: Brooks Winery
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