LEMELSON VINEYARDS Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley ‘Jerome Reserve’ 2021

The Jerome Reserve was fermented with about 10% whole cluster fruit giving it some extra spiciness and structure to the wine. It then rested in 38% new French oak barrels for a total of 16 months. It’s a collection of the best 20 barrels of the entire vintage and contains fruit from every vineyard in the portfolio. Bright notes of fresh raspberries, blue plum, toasted cinnamon, fresh Blood orange zest, milk chocolate, grated allspice, and undertones of wet autumn leaves combine perfectly in the glass. Tannins are silky smooth, while the elegant lemony acidity finishes things off. 486 cases produced.
RatingValueDrink
94 $75 2023-2033

CountryRegionAppellation
United States Oregon Willamette Valley

EditorIssueImporter
J. Young March, 2023  

Find More: Oregon Report: Vol. VII (2019-2022)