Drouhin, Pinot Noir other_regions_italy cherry and tobacco hold court

cherry and tobacco hold court as the dense structure peeks through the minerally finish

silky tannin

all wrapped in a lingering and saline-inflected finish

intellectual nose with a sort of burnished gold impression

full-bodied and caressing broad-shouldered flavors are blessed with an abundance of dry extract that confers a sappy texture to the powerful and balanced finale

Drouhin, Pinot Noir other_regions_italy cherry and tobacco hold courtThe 2009 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley has alluring notes of cedar, cinnamon, clove, raspberry, and cherry that inform the nose of a ripe, supple textured, elegant, nicely proportioned wine that will provide enjoyment over the next 6 7 years