Reviews & Ratings

2010 Chehalem Pinot Noir "Three Vineyard"

Winery: Chehalem

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Three Vineyard"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Willamette Valley

State or country: OR

Price: $27

Cases produced: 5,288

KWG Score: 90.2 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: July 1, 2013

Wine Review: This ruby colored Oregon Pinot Noir opens with a very inviting cherry cola and mild oak bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced, and very easy to drink. The flavor profile is a tasty plum with hints of gentle minerality and hints of cola. I also detected some oak that lingers nicely towards the finish. The finish is dry and its flavors last for quite some time after the wine is gone. This is a very good entry level Pinot. It is very food friendly and would pair perfectly with slow-roasted pork shoulder infused with lime, garlic & thyme. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: A classic red-fruited Pinot Noir with dark, earthy, savory elements, characteristically cracked pepper, tea leaf, cinnamon, charcoal, matchstick, spice and plum. The acidity of the vintage gives a structure to suspend wood and tannin elements playfully on the palate. Balance is excellent, length good and final impressions are red, delicate and complex. Silk nap grip on the palate and acidity guarantee a very long life.

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