Pinot Noir Koosah Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills 2021 95WA/93+VM
Martin Woods

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95 pts Wine Advocate
The 2021 Pinot Noir Koosah Vineyard, from vines planted in 2016 at 900 feet in elevation, was matured for 14 months. The nose features wild blackberries and blueberries with nuances of blood orange, lilac and earth. The medium-bodied palate is supple and mouthwatering, with finely grippy tannins reminiscent of steeped black tea. It has surprisingly concentrated, floral fruit and a fan of spice across the long finish. This expressive Pinot Noir, from relatively young vines, is delicious right now, yet it will age gracefully over the next decade.

93+ pts Vinous Media
The 2021 Pinot Noir Koosah Vineyard opens slowly in the glass as dusty rose, mint leaf and hints of sage give way to peppery wild berries and green olive nuances. Silky-smooth yet lifted and refined, this glides easily across the palate, slowly saturating, with tart red and blue fruits expertly lifted by fresh acidity. A sensation of liquid stones and black-tea-like tannins linger along with chalky mineral tones, touches of lavender and contrasting sweet spice. The 2021 is structured yet not aggressive, leaving an utterly harmonious sensation. It's impossible to ignore. - January 2024

Our Tasting Notes: Deeper, med+ ruby hue. The nose is broader and richer, more fruit, dark red berry and cherry fruits, a touch of cola and rhubarb, subtle spice interplay. Medium bodied, the tannin are fine and silky, med+ to high flavor intensity and finish.

AVA: Eola-Amity Hills elevation / aspect: 820-920 ft, south-east facing 26% slope
Soils: Volcanic Basalt (Parrett series)
Planted: 2016—Intermixed clones 37, Pommard, 943, 777, 115, 114, 667
Farming: Dry-Farmed, Organic management
Harvest: October 4, 2021
whole cluster: 10%
elevage: 14 months (6 months without sulfur), Avg. Barrel Age 4-5 years
Bottled: Dec. 16, 2022, without fining,13.7% Alc.