North Valley Vineyards Pinot Noir Classic Willamette Valley 2022

“This wine is blended from five different appellations. Fresh aromatics. Its aromatics are lithe and ethereal with minerality, ocean air and wild mountain fruits. Winemaker James Cahill doesn't feel anything necessarily sticks out from the five sites, but found the texture coming from the Dundee Hills had an undeniable presence. This wine delivers for $35, is lifted and mineral driven, and has taut red fruits and saline seaspray lifting the finish.”

“A rich blend of raspberry sauce, grilled sage, cocoa and brown spice forms a seductive bouquet as the 2022 Pinot Noir Classic opens in the glass. This opens with a pretty inner sweetness while displaying an energetic core of ripe red and blue fruits. Gently tannic, the 2022 calls the taster back to the glass, leaving violet inner florals to slowly fade.”

“Rich fruit and warm baked good aromas may have you thinking you are about to have a biscuit slathered in blueberry jam instead of a Pinot Noir. This is a balanced and supple wine, with a silky mouthfeel and flavors of boysenberries, dark chocolate and sage. Big time "yum factor" with this one.”