91 PointsWine Enthusiast
Strawberry jam spread on a warm scone is a nice aromatic introduction to this wine. A powdery lilac scent floats in the background. This is a fuller-bodied wine compared with the previous vintage, with blackberries battling dark chocolate-covered espresso beans for flavor supremacy. Brawny tannins provide ample support.
91 Points James Suckling
A full-bodied, smooth and rich wine with ample plummy flavors and velvety tannins. Dark cherries, dried blueberries and mild oak spices. Rather soft and mellow on the palate.
90 Points Jeb Dunnuck
From the Laurelwood District, the 2022 Pinot Noir Chehalem Estate Vineyard is a bright red color and offers fresh aromas of pomegranate, cinnamon, and brambly herbs and flowers. Medium-bodied, it takes on a slightly more savory character, with orange citrus notes shining through for a refreshing and attractive finish.
Winemaker Notes
Aromatically complex, this wine balances dark fruit aspects of black cherries and blackberries with subtle notes of mushrooms and tobacco. The palate is bold and long-lasting, with a medium body and dusty tannin structure. There is a hint of cherry fruit beneath the tannins that evolves into a lingering, elegant finish.
