Flaneur Wines Pinot Noir La Belle Promenade Vineyard Chehalem Mountains 2018

“Limpid ruby-red. Expressive, spice-tinged cherry and mulberry scents take on hints of woodsmoke, cola and botanical herbs with air. Appealingly sweet and focused on the palate, offering dark berry and cherry cola flavors that slowly firm up through the back half. Shows very good power but comes off lithe and finishes very long and gently chewy, with well-knit tannins and resonating spiciness.”

“This treat from the Flâneur cellars features a medley of sweet and brambly fruit aromas of blackcap raspberries, blueberries and black currants. There's also a smoky/meaty note similar to steaks on a BBQ grill. Black cherries rule the flavor roost, where they are joined by bursts of espresso and lemon. Bracing acidity carries the day, with still sturdy tannins.”