Sequitur
Ribbon Ridge Pinot Noir
Ribbon Ridge, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
2018 Sequitur ‘The Jack’ Pinot Noir- Named after Michael Etzel’s beloved grandson, this outstanding 2018 Sequitur Pinot Noir is a resounding success from this warm vintage in Oregon. The nose is deeply perfumed with guava and dark cherry tones alongside peat moss, Mandarin orange rind and Umami tones that all meld in the glass. The palate is seamlessly textured with great poise and length. Layers of tart red fruits mingle with smoky minerals, pine needles and shades of kumquat rind on the palate. Simply gorgeous now with its very pretty and pure red fruit profile, this beautiful Ribbon Ridge AVA Pinot Noir will have some great cellaring potential. Drink 2021-2035- 95
2018 Sequitur ‘The Jack’ Pinot Noir- Named after Michael Etzel’s beloved grandson, this outstanding 2018 Sequitur Pinot Noir is a resounding success from this warm vintage in Oregon. The nose is deeply perfumed with guava and dark cherry tones alongside peat moss, Mandarin orange rind and Umami tones that all meld in the glass. The palate is seamlessly textured with great poise and length. Layers of tart red fruits mingle with smoky minerals, pine needles and shades of kumquat rind on the palate. Simply gorgeous now with its very pretty and pure red fruit profile, this beautiful Ribbon Ridge AVA Pinot Noir will have some great cellaring potential. Drink 2021-2035- 95
Mar 5th, 2021
Limpid ruby-red. Smoky, mineral-accented aromas of black raspberry, cherry cola and incense carry a strong spicecake overtone. Stains the palate with sappy red berry liqueur, spicecake and floral pastille flavors that are lifted and given definition and tension by juicy acidity. At once rich and nervy, with no excess fat but showing excellent depth and intensity of flavor. Finishes with sexy notes of candied violet and smoky Indian spices and superb, gently tannic persistence. This wine's Beaux Freres bloodline is very clear to see. (Josh Raynolds, Vinous, Dec 2016)
Limpid ruby-red. Smoky, mineral-accented aromas of black raspberry, cherry cola and incense carry a strong spicecake overtone. Stains the palate with sappy red berry liqueur, spicecake and floral pastille flavors that are lifted and given definition and tension by juicy acidity. At once rich and nervy, with no excess fat but showing excellent depth and intensity of flavor. Finishes with sexy notes of candied violet and smoky Indian spices and superb, gently tannic persistence. This wine's Beaux Freres bloodline is very clear to see. (Josh Raynolds, Vinous, Dec 2016)
Jul 28th, 2017
Ripe juicy blackberries, dark cherries, dark raspberries, cherries, strawberries on the edges of the palate, medium spice; clove & nutmeg, cinnamon, faint vanilla, red florals, round lush dark wet earth, soft grainy minerality, very nice acidity, good structure, balance, length and full, ripe, round, rich, finish.
Ripe juicy blackberries, dark cherries, dark raspberries, cherries, strawberries on the edges of the palate, medium spice; clove & nutmeg, cinnamon, faint vanilla, red florals, round lush dark wet earth, soft grainy minerality, very nice acidity, good structure, balance, length and full, ripe, round, rich, finish.
Oct 1st, 2016
Nose: beautifully herbal. Herbal.
Palate: elegant. Crisp. Crunchy. Bright cherries.
Nose: beautifully herbal. Herbal.
Palate: elegant. Crisp. Crunchy. Bright cherries.
A real nice bottle. Bigger than I expected and had a fair amount of depth in its fruit.
A real nice bottle. Bigger than I expected and had a fair amount of depth in its fruit.
Jun 16th, 2023
A really fantastic Pinot from Mike Etzel! Brought it back from a trip to Ribbon Ridge. Dried fruits and rocky notes predominate with a lingering smooth finish. An elegant Pinot for sure. Drinking in its prime.
A really fantastic Pinot from Mike Etzel! Brought it back from a trip to Ribbon Ridge. Dried fruits and rocky notes predominate with a lingering smooth finish. An elegant Pinot for sure. Drinking in its prime.
Jan 15th, 2023
I’m still trying to figure out Oregon Pinot Noir. Lots to like in this bottle...lively, youthful, concentrated red cherry with spice and herbs. Will be interesting to revisit over the next 5-10 years.
I’m still trying to figure out Oregon Pinot Noir. Lots to like in this bottle...lively, youthful, concentrated red cherry with spice and herbs. Will be interesting to revisit over the next 5-10 years.
Dec 25th, 2020
Classic dill aromas. Light and fruity with nice tannic backbone. 2014
Classic dill aromas. Light and fruity with nice tannic backbone. 2014
Apr 11th, 2017