2018 Broadley Vineyards Marcile Lorraine Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.8% alc., 125 cases, $55. Released spring 2020. Named for Craig Broadley’s (co-founder) mother. A blend of Dijon 115 and Pommard clones. 50% whole cluster, wild yeast fermentation in open-top French oak fermenters. Aged 14-18 months in French oak barrels, 30% new. · Moderately dark garnet color in the glass. The nose offers clean and alluring scents including blackest cherry, pomegranate and vanilla. A bit lighter on its feet than the other 2018 offerings but with charming, well-spiced, red and black cherry fruit flavors matched to focused tannins. The incredibly long finish seems to last over 30 seconds. Score: 94. Reviewed January 17, 2021

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