Chehalem Winery, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir 2012

The Stoller Vineyard has long been a source of fine Chehalem Pinot Noirs.  The 2012 harvest yielded perfectly ripe fruit character and a rich texture in the wine.  The bouquet reveals blackberry, red apple and black cherry fruits underlain by violet, vanilla, cracked pepper and baking spice nuances.  On the palate, the wine shows layers of strawberry, ripe cherry and blackberry fruits interwoven with nuances of vanilla, flowers and cinnamon spice.  The intense fruit and baking spice tones linger at the finish.  This rich and elegant Pinot Noir will age well for another 5+ years.