Like a king on a hilltop, this wine is royal with a sweeping view of the rich terroir this region has to offer. Aromas of red cherry and warm, dusty earth, crushed violets, dried sage, and cinnamon all greet the sense after a few swirls in the glass. There’s a lot going on here. But that’s not all. Deep, brooding concentrated fruit is offset by earth and dried mushroom on the palate. Grippy tannins usher through a slow, lingering finish.
Rex Hill Winery, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2014
By Jessica Dupuy