2018 | J. Christopher Wines | Basalte Pinot Noir

Bright ruby. Aromas of ripe red and dark berries, vanilla, woodsmoke and licorice carry a spicy overtone. Juicy and nicely concentrated, offering subtly sweet black raspberry and cherry cola flavors and a touch of botanical herbs. Closes long and spicy, with gentle tannins lending final grip.

Reviews:

• Wine Spectator: Refined and structured, with savory cherry, crushed stone and black tea flavors that finish with broad-shouldered tannins.

• James Suckling: Aromas of red berries, violets and nutmeg. Medium-bodied with bright, driving acidity. Strawberry and red cherry. The fresh fruit is carried by slightly tight tannins. Very energetic.

Producer Information

Located in Oregon’s Northern Willamette Valley, J. Christopher Wines is a boutique winery that specializes in Pinot Noir made in the traditional style of Burgundy, and in Sauvignon Blanc modeled after the superlative wines of Sancerre. The winery is owned by world renowned Ernst Loosen, of Weingut Dr. Loosen in Germany. Erni’s lifetime passion for the wines of Burgundy has led to a philosophy to produce elegant, nuanced wines in a distinctly Old World style with an emphasis on lower alcohol and a modest amount of oak. The wines have garnered an international reputation for their purity, balance and food-friendly drinkability.

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