Eola - Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
My last of a 3-pack. I do think these deserve more time in bottle, so I’m rounding my 92+ up.
As I’ve experienced with all 00 wines, these really need either a quick decant or at least remove the cork for a bit before consuming, because the reductive flair is always apparent (albeit in different ways). Starts off with a musty, reductive funk but after 30mins, that funk evolves to a more sweet smoke/sweet spice aromatic (though I’ve noticed the sweet smoke more on the single vineyards, not the VGW or EGW). With additional time, honeysuckle, lemon cream, and faint pear show. It’s elegant and nicely balanced on the palate. Good harmony between texture and acidity. Stone fruits but also an underlying mineral vibe that lets you know this was made with Burgundy in mind. Wonderfully finesse driven and keeps you coming back for more.
I’ve said before and I’ll say it again, these wines are a nice middle point between burgundy and leaner domestic Pinots and Chardonnays.
My last of a 3-pack. I do think these deserve more time in bottle, so I’m rounding my 92+ up.
As I’ve experienced with all 00 wines, these really need either a quick decant or at least remove the cork for a bit before consuming, because the reductive flair is always apparent (albeit in different ways). Starts off with a musty, reductive funk but after 30mins, that funk evolves to a more sweet smoke/sweet spice aromatic (though I’ve noticed the sweet smoke more on the single vineyards, not the VGW or EGW). With additional time, honeysuckle, lemon cream, and faint pear show. It’s elegant and nicely balanced on the palate. Good harmony between texture and acidity. Stone fruits but also an underlying mineral vibe that lets you know this was made with Burgundy in mind. Wonderfully finesse driven and keeps you coming back for more.
I’ve said before and I’ll say it again, these wines are a nice middle point between burgundy and leaner domestic Pinots and Chardonnays.
This needs more time. Well made but not overtly exciting. Oak was notable
This needs more time. Well made but not overtly exciting. Oak was notable
Apr 20th, 2025
