2016 Coeur de Terre Héritage Reserve Estate McMinnville Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., 303 cases, $38. This wine is meant to capture the expression of the oldest vines on the estate vineyard. It is a barrel selection of all four blocks. Yield 1.86 tons per acre. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. Brooding aromas of black fruits, fertile earth and botanical input. An array of purple and black fruits are beautifully balanced by benevolent tannins and acidity. There is an underlying savory vegetal thread. Nothing earth shaking here, but a very solid and satisfying effort. Score: 92. Reviewed July 8, 2019

Winery: Coeur de Terre Vineyard
From article: Extensive Tasting of 2016 & 2017 Vintage Willamette Valley Pinot Noir