2017 Tyee Estate Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.5% alc., 800 cases, $24. 100% Pommard, 777, and 115 clones from the Tyee Estate Vineyard. Whole berry and whole cluster fermented. Aged 18 months in French oak barrels, 15% new. Bottled unfined and unfiltered. · Moderate garnet color in the glass. Enticing aromas of black cherry, cola, and a floral lift.The bold flavors of black cherry, ripe strawberry, spice, cola and black tea are sturdy on the palate, making quite an impression. Instantly enjoyable, with easygoing tannins and a seamless, very long finish. Tasted twice 6 months apart and even better after more aging. The 2018 vintage is now being offered. Score: 93. Reviewed August 19, 2022

Winery: Tyee Wine Cellars
From article: Tyee Wine Cellars Consistently Produces Outstanding Oregon Pinot Noir