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| Community Tasting Notes (average 91.1 pts. and median of 92 pts. in 52 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by neilsforest on 5/6/2024: Opened for an hour or two before drinking. This is in a good place A lovely pinot with great Burgundian credentials. All the 2014 single vineyards seem to be drinking well (170 views) | | | Tasted by Dale M on 11/29/2023 & rated 93 points: P&P with about 25 min of airtime in the glass before pouncing. Aromas comprise mostly of Sassafras along with root vegetables and some sweet baking type spices. Good showing, I think the Louise vineyard is the lowest in elevation amongst the ‘ladies’ aka the other Cristom single vineyards, and the earliest to mature. Seems about right, with the dark spice laden fruit fully woven into the wines nooks and crannies - very clean, with good closing bite on the finish. No danger of falling off a cliff, but it’s ready. (599 views) | | | Tasted by Vince_chip on 8/29/2023 & rated 92 points: Parfaitement à point. Assez typique de la région. Bien fait et agréable. (572 views) | | | Tasted by stormygirl on 6/18/2023 & rated 90 points: This is stunning! Tannins have softened up, fruit has gotten a bit more serious. Drinking wonderfully ! (572 views) | | | Tasted by Toasty Oak on 11/24/2022 & rated 93 points: Tight on opening, needed about 20 minutes to start showing floral and raspberry aromas, also herbs, licorice and baking spice, chalky finish. Lively, with a lovely long finish. A great match with Thanksgiving dinner. (692 views) | | | Tasted by rrscellar on 11/24/2022 & rated 92 points: Similar to previous note. Needed about 30 min open to fully show (742 views) | | | Tasted by rrscellar on 6/12/2022 & rated 92 points: This is really in a great spot. Great acidity, round mouthfeel, good tannins, cedar. Long finish. (952 views) | | | Tasted by Bob23 on 6/1/2022 & rated 93 points: Lovely poise and really nice balance. Still some vibrant acidity, nice dark red fruit, good persistence. Delicious. (815 views) | | | Tasted by merlotsmile on 10/31/2021 & rated 91 points: Johan P (1414 views) | | | Tasted by JDubyaMtl on 8/14/2021 & rated 92 points: Possibly my favorite American winery for Pinot, expertly straddling New world and Old. Raspberries and cigar box with damp forest undergrowth, deliciously complex. Silky tannins and tangy acidity, drinking great today and likely over the next 3 to 5 years. (1371 views) | | | Tasted by Jack Cranley on 6/9/2021 & rated 92 points: Consumed June 2021 at about age 7.
Starting to develop an orange rim, but still holding on to a nice ruby core.
Aromatically a bit reticent upon immediate pouring. First impression is that of a very savory wine. Garden herbs, tomato leaf, mushroom, and rubbed sage all very pronounced. With some swirling and coaxing, I teased out some of its fruit core. Stewed plum and dried cherry laced with some sweet barrel notes, and allspice overtones.
Most of all this wine drinks very balanced. Super silky - good acidity without being biting, nice tannic structure but not astringent. Just exactly perfect.
Paired amazingly with meatloaf, mashed potatoes and green beans. Honestly don't think I could conceive of a better pairing. (1600 views) | | | Tasted by VAGenius on 4/26/2021 & rated 90 points: Nose of black cherry, black plum, and tree bark. Dry palate of black plum, cherry and cranberry mixes with tea, leather, and wet earth. Soft cherry red fruit finish is also dry, adding light tannins, wet stones, and wet wood. I've had better from this producer. (1397 views) | | | Tasted by Dr. Wine MD PhD ;) on 2/28/2021 & rated 90 points: easy drinking pinot noir with aroma of strawberry/rasberry and oak and a medium body with soft to chewy tannins and a good finish of moderate length. (1592 views) | | | Tasted by wlcoleman on 12/5/2020 & rated 88 points: Not digging it. Other vineyards and the estate cuvée are far superior. Very low QPR on this wine. (1422 views) | | | Tasted by garymiller737@gmail.com on 7/31/2020 & rated 90 points: No formal tasting note -drank with some hangar steak while watching game 2 of the NBA opener game. Polished off the bottle just as LeBron was polishing off the Clippers...
Nice bright pinot flavors and aromas with good acidity and a decent finish, but nothing special here compared to the Mount Jefferson cuvee which sells for half the cost.
This has put on some weight and has shown some improvement from a bottle drunk about 20 months ago. I would hold for another couple of years to see if additional complexity develops... (1584 views) | | | Tasted by krhaugh on 4/20/2020 & rated 92 points: Decanted >1 hour. Light ripe red fruit with spice, vanilla and cola. In the mouth, a hint of caramel and delicious red fruit. Beautiful wine n a fabulous drinking window. (1556 views) | | | Tasted by Smudge4! on 3/22/2020 & rated 92 points: Sad to say no detailed notes but very good Oregon Pinot. Agree with others that no need to drink soon. Still has lots of life and tannins can still integrate more. Special place in our hearts since we walked through that part of the vineyards a year or so ago (1513 views) | | | Tasted by bear on 1/1/2020: Could use a little more time in the cellar as it was still a little closed, even after the bottle being open for 90 minutes or so. (1504 views) | | | Tasted by rikipedia on 11/4/2019 & rated 90 points: Terroir-istes International - USA-Oregon-Willamette Pinot Noir (Bishopscourt): Light crimson in colour, the wine has a perfumed bouquet that is attractive and filled with gunflint, red cherry, vanilla, and blossom - Quite Chambolle-like.
A succulent, rich entry with concentration and alluring cherry and vanilla fruit supported by grippy tannins. Nicely balanced, the wine is bolder than the previous wine yet maintains a tension in the mid-palate. There is a touch of heat from the alcohol, and although the wine lacked a little finesse, it was enjoyable. (263 views) | | | Tasted by wlcoleman on 7/19/2019 & rated 88 points: A well made Pinot with lots of upside. A bit acidic at the moment for my taste but popped and poured with little time to open. I think will be much better with a bit more time in the bottle or some real time to open before drinking. (1564 views) | | | Tasted by rougeamore on 7/15/2019 & rated 92 points: Raspberry and cherry notes with notes of creme brûlée and lavender. Long finish. Very fine Pinot indeed. (1441 views) | | | Tasted by JKIndy on 7/3/2019 & rated 92 points: Wonderful floral nose, medium body and medium finish. Cherry and pomegranate flavors. (1202 views) | | | Tasted by Hanibal on 3/15/2019 flawed bottle: corked (2018 views) | | | Tasted by maxima on 2/9/2019 & rated 88 points: Bu en succ.
Beaucoup de fruits, framboises surtout avec un peu d`épices.
Boisé appuyé et assez moderne. La finale est longue mais l`alcool
est un peu trop sentie, il y a de la chauffe! (1789 views) | | | Tasted by garymiller737@gmail.com on 10/31/2018 & rated 85 points: Bottle purchased at the winery about 18 months ago and stored properly ever since.
The wine (or maybe it was the bottle) seems to have shut down considerably since I tasted this at the winery about 18 months ago.
The color and structure are there , but this wine is totally shut down.
Got some of the expected aromas and flavour after a lot of coaxing in the glass, but nothing more.
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| Cristom Producer websitePinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Oregon Oregon Wine, Oregon Wineries (Oregon Wine Board)Willamette Valley Willamette Valley Wineries Association | Willamette Valley (Oregon Wine Board)
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