Ken Wright Cellars
Willamette Valley Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
This is the first of the 2012's that I have tasted in bottle. I've tasted several in barrel and they were pretty good then. This wine has amazing concentration of dark plum and black cherry fruit with screaming levels of acidity. As awesome as this wine is and as awesome as the 2012 vintage is, I still prefer the leaner 2011 vintage: the flavor nuances don't have to struggle against the fruit.
This is the first of the 2012's that I have tasted in bottle. I've tasted several in barrel and they were pretty good then. This wine has amazing concentration of dark plum and black cherry fruit with screaming levels of acidity. As awesome as this wine is and as awesome as the 2012 vintage is, I still prefer the leaner 2011 vintage: the flavor nuances don't have to struggle against the fruit.
3 people found it helpfulFeb 22nd, 2014
Pretty solid - definite baking spices on the nose.. Nutmeg, cinnamon, touch of vanilla? Sour cherry and more spice on the palate. Easy tell for Oregon.. Nice bottle if not a touch overpriced.
Pretty solid - definite baking spices on the nose.. Nutmeg, cinnamon, touch of vanilla? Sour cherry and more spice on the palate. Easy tell for Oregon.. Nice bottle if not a touch overpriced.
Jan 3rd, 2015
A great indicator of how outstanding the 2012 vintage truly is. The "entry level" from one of oregon's pinot pioneers has incredible rich fruit and is a fantastic bargain.
A great indicator of how outstanding the 2012 vintage truly is. The "entry level" from one of oregon's pinot pioneers has incredible rich fruit and is a fantastic bargain.
Mar 10th, 2015Not super stoked on this. Closed at the moment. Recommended by the chef and I am not sure he had any idea what he was recommending other than the fact the list said Pinot Noir. Tannic and tight. I can tell there is a balanced ripeness and pleasure that may be revealed over time. Nothing here to see yet unfortunately. $80 at the restaurant?! Damn! Glad I didn't pay for this but geez I feel bad for anybody that does.
Not super stoked on this. Closed at the moment. Recommended by the chef and I am not sure he had any idea what he was recommending other than the fact the list said Pinot Noir. Tannic and tight. I can tell there is a balanced ripeness and pleasure that may be revealed over time. Nothing here to see yet unfortunately. $80 at the restaurant?! Damn! Glad I didn't pay for this but geez I feel bad for anybody that does.
Mar 8th, 2015Enjoyed at La Vita E Bella in Calgary before the Flames game with Cynthia and the McArthurs. Quite nice.
Enjoyed at La Vita E Bella in Calgary before the Flames game with Cynthia and the McArthurs. Quite nice.
Feb 2nd, 2015
More balanced but less personality than the freedom one
More balanced but less personality than the freedom one
Nov 30th, 20143.5 wonderful 2012 Pinot Noir. Delicate fruit and mineral notes throughout. Regularly $29.95 on sale for $24.99.
3.5 wonderful 2012 Pinot Noir. Delicate fruit and mineral notes throughout. Regularly $29.95 on sale for $24.99.
Nov 6th, 2014