2013 Hyland Estates Pommard Hyland Vineyards McMinnville Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

13.3% alc., pH 3.76, 50 cases, $60. Harvest Brix 24º. Aged 9 months in neutral French oak barrels. A 2 barrel selection of vines planted in 1987. · Moderately light crimson color in the glass. The perfume of fresh cherries, red raspberries, rose petal and sandalwood is enchanting. Eye-opening attack of Bing cherry fruit with a touch of cola that carries over on a long, juicy finish. Very suave tannins make for easy drinking. I am not usually a fan of single clone Pinot Noir, but Pommard is the best clone at pulling it off. Pommard is my paramour. Score: 92. Reviewed July 13, 2015

Winery: Hyland Estates
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