Red

Dundee Hills Cuvée Pinot Noir

J. Christopher

Dundee Hills · Willamette Valley · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Red
Grape
Pinot Noir
Country
United States
Region
Dundee Hills · Willamette Valley
Appellation
Dundee Hills
Alcohol
13.8%
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Tannin
medium
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

roast duck · game meats · coq au vin · brie cheese · grilled mushrooms

Rated vintages

  • 2019

  • 2018

  • 2017

  • 2016

  • 2015

  • 201489 pts

    Ripe red fruits mingle gracefully, along with suggestions of toasted coconut, from aging in one-quarter new barrels. There is a metallic streak running through the finish as well, which might suggest that you give it some extra aeration before drinking.

  • 201391 pts

    This barrel selection evokes the AVA's black-cherry fruit character nicely, keeping it lively and balanced, with excellent depth. Tasting the wine is like gazing into a deep pool; the flavors keep pushing further into the finish. Streaks of coffee and milk chocolate are in the m…

  • 201292 pts

    Sourced from several different Dundee Hills vineyards, this wraps its black cherry fruit in tart acids, chalky minerals, and a hint of iron. Substantial, muscular and stiff out of the bottle, it will blossom with further bottle age. It's already a sturdy, expressive, impressive…

  • 201187 pts

    Bracingly tart, almost to the verge of tasting sour, this blend of grapes from several Dundee Hills vineyards has cool vintage flavors of spiced apple and rhubarb. The acids rule, suggesting that it be paired with fatty fish like salmon.

  • 2010