Sequitur, Willamette Valley (Oregon) Pinot Noir “The Union” 2016 ($130)

The 2016 Sequitur Pinot Noir opens with an alluring nose of red and black cherries, wild berries layered with notes of forest floor, autumn spices, and dried flowers. On the palate, it’s supple and expressive, with ripe fruit framed by fine-grained tannins and bright, mouthwatering acidity. Earth, spice, and floral tones unfold gradually, adding complexity to its long, graceful finish. Aged primarily in French oak with a touch of clay amphora influence, the wine marries structure with a natural purity of fruit.
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