2006 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley:
Outstanding! “Built to be approachable in its youth, and that’s certainly the case. This opens with aromas of black cherries, vanilla, black tea and a hint of tobacco, followed by flavors of ripe cherries and bright raspberries. It’s smooth and elegant from the entry to the finish and possesses great structure throughout.” (April 1, 2008)
“A brilliant straw/platinum color, the 2024 Riesling Estate comes from some of the oldest vines in Oregon, dating as far back as 1975. Also bottled under screwcap, it’s bright with lime oil, lemon verbena, jasmine, and grapefruit. Though dry, it has lovely, silky concentration and a kiss of sweet fruit balanced by vibrant acidity. With five grams of residual sugar, it remains wonderfully pure and should easily age another 10 years or more. Drink 2026-2036.” – Audrey Frick
“The 2024 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley is a jeweled ruby color and leaps from the glass with delicate toast, fresh cherries, and refined spice. Medium-bodied, it has ripe tannins, lovely balance, and good length, with fruit drawn from all of the estate vineyards. It’s a terrific value. Drink 2026-2036.” – Audrey Frick
“A bright ruby color, the 2024 Pinot Noir Goodrich is youthful and pure, with notes of toast, roses, spice, fresh forest herbs, and wild black raspberries. Medium-bodied, it has silky tannins, stony earth, mouthwatering freshness, and outstanding length. Produced with 45% whole clusters, it should drink beautifully over the coming 12-15 years. Drink 2026-2040.” – Audrey Frick
“A brighter transparent red color, the 2024 Pinot Noir Five Mountain is made without whole clusters and offers preserved strawberry, pomegranate, and bright floral perfume. Medium-bodied, it has refined tannins, vibrant acidity, and wonderful clarity of fruit throughout. It’s a gorgeous, elegant wine to enjoy over the coming 8-10 years. Drink 2026-2036.” – Audrey Frick
“Cherry cordial, sweet herbs, violet, hints of blue fruit, and lovely purity emerge from the 2024 Pinot Noir Mount Richmond. Medium to full-bodied, it has a silky texture, underlying richness, outstanding clarity, precision, and impressive length. It should only improve with another few years in bottle. Drink 2026-2040.” – Audrey Frick
“From the highest elevation vineyard they farm, the 2024 Pinot Noir La Boheme offers truffle, a touch of reduction, toast, and black cherry on the nose. Medium to full-bodied, it has appealing richness, a gravelly texture, and excellent structure. Give it a bit more time in bottle and some air if opening soon. Drink 2027-2040.” – Audrey Frick