Willamette Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir 2005

An elegant, supple and stylish wine. Vibrant aromas of black cherries, brown sugar, spices, rose petals, vanilla and typical Pinot noir dust'. Initial spicy flavors of nutmeg and barrel toast with ripe flavors of strawberries and cherries and mineral overtones. The mouth feel is soft, round and warm in sensation with and almost sweet and juicy impression of ripe fruit. The finish is long with lingering flavors of spices, well integrated oak, ripe sweet tannins and good acidity.

Pretty and smooth, with floral, mineral and spice accents to the moderate red berry fruit. Finish is light but nice. Ready to drink now.

Wine Enthusiast rating: 88

Vibrant and explosive aromas of bananas, cherries, and straw berries dominate with aromas of sweet juice and warm spices. Flavors mirror aromas with banana, strawberries, and cherries dominating with juicy and spicy characters. The mouth feel is soft, round, juicy and well-balanced with fresh acidity which highlights the fruitiness.Food and Serving SuggestionsWonderful by itself or with cheeses, pasta dishes with sun dried tomatoes, grilled fish, squab and lighter wild fowl. Serve at slightly less than room temperature or moderately chilled on warmer days.

An elegant, supple and stylish wine. Vibrant aromas of black cherries, brown sugar, spices, rose petals, vanilla and typical ‘Pinot noir dust'. Initial spicy flavors of nutmeg and barrel toast with ripe flavors of strawberries and cherries and mineral overtones. The mouth feel is soft, round and warm in sensation with and almost sweet and juicy impression of ripe fruit. The finish is long with lingering flavors of spices, well integrated oak, ripe sweet tannins and good acidity.

Concentrated and aromatic, with black cherry and currant fruit accented with clove, floral and mushroom notes that fold into a bright, mineral-laced finish. Ready to drink now and over the next three or four years.