Masculine, Big, and Powerful

A Single-Vineyard bottling from Madrona Hill Vineyard in the Chehalem Mountains AVA.  The 2016 has more concentration and fullness on the palate.

Vineyard Environment

AVA:            Chehalem Mountains
Soil Type:    Loess
Soil Series:  Laurelwood
Elevation:    510-590ft
Aspect:        SouthEast

Flavor Profile

Aromatic Foundation is Fruit
Dark Fruit (Blackcherries)
Italian Spice (Oregano)
Savory
Plush Velvet Texture
Bright Acidity
Very Full, Round, & Dense

Accolades

94pts VertDeVin
93pts Wine Enthusiast (Cellar Selection)
92pts Wine & Spirits
92pts Purely Domestic Wine Report
92pts PinotFile
91pts Wine Spectator
91pts James Suckling