J. Christopher

Willamette Valley Unfiltered Pinot Noir

9.143 ratings
9.011 pro ratings
Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
Pinot Noir
Turkey, Game, Exotic Spices, Soft Cheese, Duck, Goose, Salads & Greens, Potato, Quinoa, Farro, Brown Rice, White Rice, Pasta, Herbs, Nuts & Seeds, Mushrooms, Chicken, Meaty & Oily Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Stew, Onion, Shallot, Garlic, Salami & Prosciutto, Salmon, Quinoa, Shellfish
Top Notes For
Dan Roach

Beautiful ruby color. Nose is full of fruit and a little bit or wood or spice. Acidity is medium minus, body is medium minus. Tannins are subtle and juicy. Raspberry, hint of pepper, currants,

Beautiful ruby color. Nose is full of fruit and a little bit or wood or spice. Acidity is medium minus, body is medium minus. Tannins are subtle and juicy. Raspberry, hint of pepper, currants,

2 people found it helpfulAug 12th, 2014
Matt Sterr

Nice terroir driven PN. Good acid and length. Great wine to pair.

Nice terroir driven PN. Good acid and length. Great wine to pair.

1 person found it helpfulApr 15th, 2015
Christopher Bates

Master Sommelier, Owner/Winemaker Element Winery

9.5

Like an old friend that I don't visit often enough. Punchy and bright w balanced fruit, spice, reduction and herbs. Balance is light and fresh.

Like an old friend that I don't visit often enough. Punchy and bright w balanced fruit, spice, reduction and herbs. Balance is light and fresh.

1 person found it helpfulJul 9th, 2014
Severn Goodwin

Blind Dinner, Pinot Theme; 4 Apr 2016 at Prairie Whale, Great Barrington, MA

Blind Dinner, Pinot Theme; 4 Apr 2016 at Prairie Whale, Great Barrington, MA

May 16th, 2017
Andrew Lampasone

Owner Wine Watch Selections

9.1

A blend of the four different parts of the willamette

A blend of the four different parts of the willamette

Apr 3rd, 2014
Christopher Ketner

Absolutely perfect Pinot!

Absolutely perfect Pinot!

Dec 25th, 2015
Neal Ferry

Spectacular

Spectacular

Sep 25th, 2015
Tom Ruis

Great Pinot. First time having it. Will look to get more.

Great Pinot. First time having it. Will look to get more.

Jun 26th, 2015
Tyler Martin

Slightly cloudy, very light mouthfeel. Thermo is a little high right now but will calm with some age. High acid also adds to age-worthiness. Cherries are complemented by mild leather and spice. Finish is mildly bitter and length moderate. Will buy many times over.

Slightly cloudy, very light mouthfeel. Thermo is a little high right now but will calm with some age. High acid also adds to age-worthiness. Cherries are complemented by mild leather and spice. Finish is mildly bitter and length moderate. Will buy many times over.

May 23rd, 2015
Vegard Aaring

Trenger mye luft

Trenger mye luft

Oct 12th, 2014