Cathedral Ridge – Syrah 2012 – Columbia Valley

Cathedral Ridge – Syrah 2012 – Columbia Valley

The nose reveals black cherry associated with touches of cherry, spices and leather. The palate is fruity, mineral, dense, fat, ample and balanced. On the palate this wine expresses notes of red fruit (cherry, raspberry) and slight notes of chocolate associated with touches of blackberry, a touch of violet and a few slight woody notes…

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Edge Field – Pinot Gris 2014 – Dampier Vineyard – Columbia Gorge

Edge Field – Pinot Gris 2014 – Dampier Vineyard – Columbia Gorge

The nose reveals notes of melon associated with slight notes of orange zest and yellow fruit. The palate is fruity and offers a small minerality and fat. On the palate this wine expresses notes of nectarine, citrus zest and lemon combined with a few slight notes of apricot (in the background) and a touch of…

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Del Rio Vineyards – Cabernet Franc 2012 – Estate Grown – Estate Reserve – Rogue Valley

Del Rio Vineyards – Cabernet Franc 2012 – Estate Grown – Estate Reserve – Rogue Valley

The nose is relatively powerful. It reveals notes of black fruits, black cherries in kirsch and slight notes of flowers (violet …) associated with slight notes fig, blackberry as well as a few slight notes of black cherry cream (in the background), earth, leather and a hint of liquorice. The palate is fruity, mineral, suave,…

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Del Rio Vineyards – Pinot Noir 2013 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

Del Rio Vineyards – Pinot Noir 2013 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

The nose reveals notes of candied cherry and slight notes of candy associated with slight touches of blackberry liqueur, discreet notes of redcurrant as well as fine hints of spices, a hint of Sichuan pepper and vanilla. The palate is fruity, mineral, balanced, well structured, ample and offers roundness. On the palate this wine expresses…

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Del Rio Vineyards – Pinot Gris 2011 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

Del Rio Vineyards – Pinot Gris 2011 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

The nose reveals notes of quince, citrus and slight notes of dried peach associated with fine notes of pear and muesli. The palate is fruity, mineral, balanced, relatively fat, relatively ample and offers beautiful matter, minerality and a beautiful acid frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of quince, peach and slight notes of…

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Del Rio Vineyards – Pinot Gris 2013 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

Del Rio Vineyards – Pinot Gris 2013 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

The nose is fruity and aromatic. It reveals notes of nectarine and exotic fruits combined with touches of pineapple and citrus. The palate is fruity, mineral, relatively fat, relatively ample and gourmand. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pineapple combined with slight notes of clementine, apple, quenette as well as a slight touches…

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Del Rio Vineyards – Chardonnay 2013 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

Del Rio Vineyards – Chardonnay 2013 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

The nose reveals notes of lime associated with a few slight notes of melon, a few slight notes of citrus (in the background) as well as discreet vegetal touches. The palate is fruity, mineral, balanced, relatively fat and offers a certain intensity. On the palate this wine expresses notes of apple and lychee associated with…

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Del Rio Vineyards – Merlot Rosé 2014 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

Del Rio Vineyards – Merlot Rosé 2014 – Estate Grown – Rogue Valley

The nose is gourmand. It reveals notes of redcurrant, fine notes of cherry and a few slight notes of English candy. The palate is fruity, gourmand, crunchy and balanced. The mouth is slightly “perlant”. On the palate this wine expresses notes of cherry acidulous candy, redcurrant and a few slight notes of strawberry (in the…

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Brigadoon – Taproot 2013 – Pinot Noir – Willamette Valley

Brigadoon – Taproot 2013 – Pinot Noir – Willamette Valley

The nose is fine. It reveals notes of ripe fruit associated with a few notes of cherry, crushed black cherries, blackberries and a delicate touch of peony, a few spicy notes (sweet spices, tea …). The palate is fruity, balanced, well-structured, ample and racy. On the palate this wine expresses notes of blackberry and raspberry…

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Brigadoon – Lylee 2013 – Pinot Noir – Willamette Valley

Brigadoon – Lylee 2013 – Pinot Noir – Willamette Valley

The nose is aromatic and well built. It reveals notes of blueberry, cherry and plum juice. The palate is fruity (juicy fruit), mineral, balanced, tight, relatively fat and offers roundness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of cherry and ripe raspberry associated with slight notes of plum, slight woody notes (discreet) and a few…

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