Cristom
Jessie Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir
Eola - Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
A late (defunct) and much lamented PN producer known for its fine whole cluster fermented wines. This was solid above average Pinot Noir, second best red wine tasting of the night
A late (defunct) and much lamented PN producer known for its fine whole cluster fermented wines. This was solid above average Pinot Noir, second best red wine tasting of the night
Nov 29th, 2024
Too young, but still great after an hour in the decanter. Red raspberry essence with tea, dried flowers, herbal and stemmy, but not green, fine tannins give great texture.
Too young, but still great after an hour in the decanter. Red raspberry essence with tea, dried flowers, herbal and stemmy, but not green, fine tannins give great texture.
Feb 17th, 2015
Killer texture, cinn stick and pressed flowers. So unmistakably Cristom
Killer texture, cinn stick and pressed flowers. So unmistakably Cristom
Sep 12th, 2014
We had two Cristom wines last night, this 2012 and a 2015. It was an interesting comparison and I was surprised by which one I liked more. Based on the vintage, I expected to prefer the 2012, but the 2015 was my favorite. That's not to say that the 2012 was bad. Far from it. The 2012 was deep and rich for an Oregon Pinot. Instead of tart cherry, it had ripe, rich cherry notes plus a touch of pepper and spice. The finish was enjoyable, but not as long or complex as the finish on the 2015.
We had two Cristom wines last night, this 2012 and a 2015. It was an interesting comparison and I was surprised by which one I liked more. Based on the vintage, I expected to prefer the 2012, but the 2015 was my favorite. That's not to say that the 2012 was bad. Far from it. The 2012 was deep and rich for an Oregon Pinot. Instead of tart cherry, it had ripe, rich cherry notes plus a touch of pepper and spice. The finish was enjoyable, but not as long or complex as the finish on the 2015.
Jun 17th, 2018
In 375. Quite good Oregon Pinot profile. Drinking well right now.
In 375. Quite good Oregon Pinot profile. Drinking well right now.
Dec 2nd, 2017
Who knew Napa lived at Jessie's vineyard? Lovely ripe Pinot, but more Napa than Willamette.
Who knew Napa lived at Jessie's vineyard? Lovely ripe Pinot, but more Napa than Willamette.
May 30th, 2016