Pinot Noir Orchard Block
2018
Sokol Blosser is one of the pioneering estates of the Oregon state wine industry. In 1971 when Bill Blosser and Susan Sokol Blosser began converting an old prune orchard into a vineyard they became one of five bonded wineries in the region. In the ensuing decades Oregon’s wine industry has grown (today there are over 500 wineries), changed and blossomed with Sokol Blosser at the forefront. Leading by example in their quest to produce exceptional wines while also promoting social and...
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The 2018 Orchard Block Pinot Noir has notes of tobacco, pomegranate, raspberry and black cherry on the nose, as well as a subtle hint of chantrelle and nutmeg. On the palate, pomegranate and raspberry shine through with red cherries and a subtle dash of clove. A delicate Pinot Noir, with lower tannins and brighter acidity.
Wow! Such stunningly pure, freshly sliced cherries abound, together with a gently spicy edge and attractive fresh-herbal notes, too. It is all here. The palate has such depth and completeness and delivers such impressively fresh, deep and pure flavors of red to dark cherries. Silky and delicious pinot.
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Limpid ruby-red. An expansive, spice-tinged bouquet evokes fresh red and blue fruits, vanilla and cola, and a sexy floral nuance builds as the wine opens up. Sweet and seamless in texture, showing very good depth and fine definition to the raspberry, boysenberry, cherry cola and rose pastille flavours. A hint of earthiness emerges on a very long, penetrating finish shaped by smooth tannins. 25% new oak.
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Light bright magenta color. Assertive black raspberry, cherry compote and potpourri scents are complemented by hints of incense and smoky minerals. Fleshy and concentrated but nervy as well, offering juicy dark berry, vanilla and spicecake flavors sharpened by a spicy suggestion of white pepper. Finishes bright, appealingly sweet and very long, with resonating spiciness, well-knit tannins and subtle florality.
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Plenty of raspberries, sliced strawberries, dried flowers and spices. Medium-bodied with creamy tannins and bright acidity. Juicy and spicy on the palate with a vibrant, flavorful finish. Energetic. From organically grown grapes.
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Bright magenta. Powerful blackberry, cherry, licorice and pungent floral aromas show very good, spicy lift and clarity. Chewy, concentrated and gently sweet, offering palate-staining dark berry, violet pastille and savory herb flavors that are given spice cut by a white pepper nuance. Displays excellent definition and spicy thrust on the long, chewy finish, which features dusty tannins and a sexy floral note. (raised in 30% new French oak).
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The oak is dialed right up in this young pinot and frames the red cherries in spicy and savory aromas and delivers a sturdy frame of fine tannins on the palate...
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Sleek and supple, with delicately layered rose petal, raspberry and guava flavors laced with black tea and spices. Ends with fine-grained tannins
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Harmonious and sleek, with layered cherry and pomegranate flavors accented by spiced cinnamon and orange peel notes.
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This offers concentrated black fruit along with the tannins and stem flavors that result from extended maceration. It was aged 17 months in 44% new French oak, which lends smoke and espresso notes to the extended finish.
Bright and refreshing, with a tangy edge and a layer of savory flavors wrapping around the polished cherry fruit at the center. Has presence and definition on a light frame.
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Here you'll find a mix of tart citrus (principally orange peel) with wild berry fruit. It's a tart and tangy wine, with a dash of herb and some earthy tannins...
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