2014 vintage- another big boy Pinot Noir by Mark Vlossak. This one is especially tannic and youthful- plenty of baby fat and showing more new oak than most of the St. Innocent Pinot Noirs, though it’s a well-integrated 27%. Ripe and extracted, full-bodied Pinot Noir shaded towards the darker end of the fruit spectrum with black cherry leading the way. Although a bit angular and chunky today, this wine will age beautifully and certainly blossom within 5-7 years. Can’t wait to see this wine at its peak.
2014 vintage- another big boy Pinot Noir by Mark Vlossak. This one is especially tannic and youthful- plenty of baby fat and showing more new oak than most of the St. Innocent Pinot Noirs, though it’s a well-integrated 27%. Ripe and extracted, full-bodied Pinot Noir shaded towards the darker end of the fruit spectrum with black cherry leading the way. Although a bit angular and chunky today, this wine will age beautifully and certainly blossom within 5-7 years. Can’t wait to see this wine at its peak.
1 person found it helpfulFeb 3rd, 2018
Very nice fruit forward, slightly rubbery, humus, smooth integrated tannins.
Very nice fruit forward, slightly rubbery, humus, smooth integrated tannins.
Jun 26th, 2017
I appreciate this expression of the vintage. A little lean for some, I'm sure. But I like the clarity, freshness, and fragrance here.
I appreciate this expression of the vintage. A little lean for some, I'm sure. But I like the clarity, freshness, and fragrance here.
Mar 31st, 2017
Great full fruit forward wine, drinking well, good spice... lovely 1st bottle of the case!!
Great full fruit forward wine, drinking well, good spice... lovely 1st bottle of the case!!
May 4th, 2018
Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
