2016 Cristom Marjorie Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., 300 cases, $69. This is the only vineyard that was kept intact when the property was bought in 1992 and has old time wide row spacing. That said, this is always my favorite vineyarddesignate from Cristom. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Deep aromas of black cherry, spice and burnt tobacco. Decisive attack of black cherry fruit in a mid weight style with just the right accent of oak spice. Reserved, fine-grain tannins add support and lend a hand to the suave texture. Still a bit reserved but can be enjoyed now and the balance predicts at least ten years of pleasure down the road. There are only three things in life that are certain: death, taxes and the excellence of Cristom Pinot Noir. Score: 96. Reviewed July 8, 2019

Winery: Cristom Vineyards
From article: Extensive Tasting of 2016 & 2017 Vintage Willamette Valley Pinot Noir