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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90.1 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 142 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by JXR on 4/27/2024 & rated 95 points: At 7 years, very smooth going down in the back, yet still bright enough for a rich flavour on the front of the tongue. (352 views) | | | Tasted by golfhawk on 3/27/2024 & rated 93 points: Beautiful earthy Pinot with dark red fruits and spice. Great now. (571 views) | | | Tasted by Tim Heaton on 2/29/2024: PnP that opened nicely at about 45 minutes into it. Good varietal typicity of aromas and flavors, medium-bodied with avg+ complexity. My only nit was I was looking for a touch more acidity to brighten this up a bit. Glad to have tried. Now and the next several years. recommended (898 views) | | | Tasted by mwneil on 11/9/2023 & rated 90 points: Earthy, character, medium body, lacked the fruit and perfumed bouquet, drank easily with rack of lamb, spinach pie and hummus, last bottle, next vintage, DDO wines are all over the place with their taste. (1055 views) | | | Tasted by wine4ever on 10/30/2023: From our cellar. Aging nicely. Medium bodied. Very fragrant. Smooth palate. Juicy raspberry, cherry, tangy orange, and baking spices. Well-knit tannins and a nice long finish. Excellent. Drink now -2027 (1092 views) | | | Tasted by Nfmds on 9/26/2023: A little past its prime. Still a decent wine, but 6 yrs is a stretch. Great with salmon. A very nice fall wine (1081 views) | | | Tasted by baa@pattishall.com on 9/15/2023 & rated 93 points: complex, rich, needed ample time to open - better next day (1018 views) | | | Tasted by Z1nnfull on 9/4/2023 & rated 91 points: A little more tight than prior bottle in March, but still amazing and I do use that word sparingly. Deep, more complex than I can describe. If you have any, I’d hold until fall 24, but it has aging potential for a few years beyond 24. Great value Pinot, but not inexpensive. Worth it. (1053 views) | | | Tasted by Nfmds on 6/26/2023 & rated 94 points: Just keeps getting better…
Dark cherry, blackberry, thyme in nose
Same fruits in flavor. Warm, juicy, smooth, welcoming (as in “Have some more!”).
Really nice wine (1078 views) | | | Tasted by Z1nnfull on 3/26/2023 & rated 91 points: Just coming into drinking window now, but will need some breathing for best results. Medium-bodied, tannins present but not the main event, elegant, rasberry and cigar box. Should continue to improve in the next several years but likely not a candidate for long-term aging as would be their better wines. (1351 views) | | | Tasted by mwneil on 3/18/2023 & rated 92 points: Has aged gracefully, nice balance, smooth tannins with good acid, fruit well integrated in this medium bodied wine, 14.1%abv, drank with seared ahi tuna with cous cous and tomato basil olive oil red wine vinegar dressing, have another bottle, one of the better DDO PN’s that have aged, earthy and nice sipping to the bottom of the bottle. (1249 views) | | | Tasted by Sun_Ship on 12/9/2022 & rated 92 points: Dark cherry, liqueur, brambles, plum jam, baking spices, pot pourri, wet earth, marzipan - aromatic, but towards the dark and concentrated end of the spectrum. Milky, rich mouthfeel with a piercing line of acidity. Grippy tannins that become more prominent with time in the glass. Interesting and well executed, with room for further upside. (1863 views) | | | Tasted by Quaffing in Colorado on 11/8/2022 & rated 93 points: Nuanced and layered with juicy, ripe blackberry pomegranate, spice box, orange peel, fungi, earth and sassafras. The nose is perfumed and foral while the palate is elegant with silky, polished tannins while remaining energetic and fresh with balanced acidity. Fantastic qpr and expression of WV PN fruit. Drinking well now with a couple years left. (2064 views) | | | Tasted by WindFlyer on 10/25/2022 & rated 90 points: dark ruby colour in the glass with a medium-body complexion.
red fruits are prominent in the nose, with some subtle floral and spice notes and whiffs of forest. bright fruit of cherries, cranberries and rhubarb lead the way, accentuated by a clear acidity, but buoyed by tannins of medium grip. very nice balance. layers being to emerge, suggesting more bottle age will do it good. nice long finish with a peppery twist. (1352 views) | | | Tasted by Rbhan12 on 10/7/2022 flawed bottle: Corked (1863 views) | | | Tasted by fraliavin on 8/18/2022 & rated 90 points: Cherries, red fruits, vanilla, spice; nice dry finish. (1886 views) | | | Tasted by WineTally on 8/9/2022: 100% Pinot Noir
from Domaine Drouhin's 225 ac estate on Dundee Hills in
Oregon's Willamette Valley.
Certified sustainable farming.
Manually harvest. Gravity-flow 4-level winery.
7-12 day fermentation with punch-down and pump-over.
Malolactic and aging 12-14 months in 20% new and neutral
custom made French oak barrels from Burgundy.
Further 6-18 bottle aging.
14.1% Abv.
Proprietor: Maison Joseph Drouhin
Winemaker: Véronique Drouhin-Boss (4th gen)
Vineyardist: Philippe Drouhin (brother)
A(ccuray)=2: Med cherry/ruby. Fragrant focused varietal.
B(alance)=3: Modulated components in harmony.
C(omplexity)=2: Dark berries, spices, milk chocolate, tobacco.
D(epth)=1: Lifted mouthfeel. Good length and finish.
Wine Tally Score [2,3,2,1]= 8/10
Exquisite bouquet and refined elegance.
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Wine Tally on www.youtube.com. (1751 views) | | | Tasted by valecnik on 6/19/2022 & rated 90 points: In some ways this seems more reticent on the second night than it did on the first. Nicely earthy, and quite structured, with fine but definitive tannins. Good acidity. Moderate spicebox flavors. Will be interesting to see how it develops. (1863 views) | | | Tasted by cristalmania0813 on 5/27/2022 & rated 92 points: 마개를 따는 순간 퍼지는 과실 및 꽃향기
풍부하고 부드러운 향과는 달리 입에 들어가니 알콜이 다소 느껴진다.
하지만 금새 부드러워지는 입안의 맛이 달콤하게 변한다.
엄청나게 저렴한 가격은 아니지만 그렇다고 비싼 피노누아도 아니기에 이리 빨리 부드러워지나 싶었지만 다음날 마셔보아도 풍부한 향은 죽지 않았다.
4만원가격의 가성비 좋은 피노누아 (1926 views) | | | Tasted by cristalmania0813 on 5/27/2022 & rated 92 points: red fruits
floral
after 1hr, she was sawn good performance (1746 views) | | | Tasted by bs.park@sptsemi.com on 5/23/2022: 첫날 느끼함.
다음날 좋았음.
재구매 예정 (1585 views) | | | Tasted by fussyeater on 4/30/2022 & rated 92 points: Very deep ruby red in colour. Nose shows bouquet of red fruits, wild raspberries, pomegranates and cherries. Delicious red fruits with supple tannins on the palate, there's also some spice and complexity, and plenty of freshness and length on the finish. Really well balanced and amongst the most compelling examples in its category from a benchmark producer. (1868 views) | | | Tasted by Miles from Home on 4/17/2022 & rated 86 points: Opened this to go with Easter dinner. Used an aerator to help open up the wine. Love the opportunities spice and minerality. This is, however, a balanced wine. I wouldn't have called this as a Pinot Noir, but I'm enjoying it. Plan to pair with lamb and asparagus. (1655 views) | | | Tasted by dtbt on 3/12/2022: Good. Liked (1855 views) | | | Tasted by hoservin on 3/8/2022 & rated 92 points: Popped and poured. Nose of black cherry, loamy earth, mushroom and spice. Palate mirrors the nose. Very long finish. Rich and pure with good depth. Medium bodied. Served with crepes with ham, asparagus and hollandaise. (1498 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| By John Gilman
View From the Cellar, Mar/Apr 2022, Issue #98, Recently-Tasted American Wines Spring 2022
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Decanter, Oregon Pinot Noir (12/15/2020)
(Domaine Drouhin Oregon, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Dundee Hills, Oregon, USA, Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By Josh Raynolds
Vinous, Oregon Pinot Noir: The Winning Streak Continues (Jul 2020) (8/1/2020)
(Domaine Drouhin Oregon Pinot Noir Oregon Red) Subscribe to see review text. | By James Suckling
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| Domaine Drouhin Oregon Producer website
Domaine Drouhin has been on the viticultural cutting edge in Oregon since their first vintage in 1988, and continues to set the pace.
Winemaker Véronique Drouhin-Boss' roots go deep into her family's 13th century cellars under the streets of Beaune, the heart of Burgundy. She represents the fourth generation of winemakers from this venerable wine family of France, but it is here in Oregon that her skills and passion are bringing forth some of the most sublime Pinot Noir and Chardonnay produced anywhere. With centuries of Burgundian winemaking experience flowing through her blood, Véronique has lovingly crafted every drop of wine produced at Domaine Drouhin Oregon since the first vintage in 1988.
Véronique Boss-Drouhin
Our winemaker extraordinaire produces elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay on both sides of the Atlantic.
Véronique Drouhin-Boss, the fourth-generation winemaker of the Drouhin family, has lovingly crafted every drop of wine produced at Domaine Drouhin Oregon since our first vintage in 1988. She also now oversees the winemaking at Maison Joseph Drouhin in Burgundy, producing some of the world's finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines on both sides of the Atlantic.
Véronique's interest in wine and the family business began when she was young, and blossomed under the tutelage of father Robert Drouhin. In 1986, she graduated from the University of Dijon with an advanced degree in enology, and decided to venture to Oregon to expand her experience and learn more about the fledgling industry that was beginning to take root in the Willamette Valley. Véronique interned that year with Adelsheim Vineyards, Bethel Heights, and Eyrie. She has returned to Oregon every year since then to capture the essence of what nature provides in our unique estate vineyards.
In many ways, Véronique embodies the essence of Pinot Noir -- spirited, graceful, and feminine. Her wines at Domaine Drouhin have always been hallmarked by elegance, finesse, purity, and the capacity to improve gracefully with age.
Pinot 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)
On weinlagen-info including some single vineyards
Willamette Valley Vintage Reviews
Dundee Hills Dundee Hills Winegrowers Association website
Located just 28 miles southwest of Portland, and 40 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, the Dundee Hills appellation is situated within an irregular circle of about 6,490 acres in total, of which more than 1,264 acres of vineyards are planted. This region is unique for its higher elevation, warmer nighttime temperatures, less low-elevation fog and frost, and lava-based Jory soil series of reddish silt, clay and loam soils.
Single Vineyards at weinlagen-info
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