2017 Evesham Wood Illahe Vineyard Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.0% alc., 119 cases, $30. Released Autumn 2019. The vineyard is 62 acres in size with earliest plantings dating to 2000. Primarily sedimentary soils. Pommard, 777 and 115 planted at 250 to 400 feet elevation. LIVE Certified. Aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 15% new. · Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Delicate scent of red cherry and cardamom. Mid weight flavors of red cherry and pomegranate fruits enter with purpose and and impress with an expansive mid palate cherry-fueled finish. A juicy charmer with modest tannins and easy likability. Score: 92. Reviewed March 8, 2020

Winery: Evesham Wood
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