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| Community Tasting Notes (average 87.5 pts. and median of 89 pts. in 20 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by Akatz821 on 12/14/2023 & rated 92 points: Wow is that good. There's a bit of VA at the open, but give it a half an hour and that blows off. delightful cranberry, cut stone, muddled strawberry. Delightful, tasty, kicking. A surprise that I'm plenty happy about (672 views) | | | Tasted by SeaSea on 3/26/2020 & rated 94 points: Lovely and tasty, it shows the elegant hand of talented woman, in a new world outpost. Floral, feminine, Oregon raspberry, red cherry and strawberry. Silky-sweet and suave, riding its balance of acids and tannins. Impressive legs from young vines and smart minds. I toast ���� & ���� �� connections that make all of us stronger. *not one to usually give scores, however the other notes seem to have not been properly stored. (1516 views) | | | Tasted by SeaSea on 8/17/2019 & rated 93 points: Delicious -Poured from bottle. Opened up nicely over half hour in the glass, so last taste was was the best. Bright fruit, nice minerals, well integrated and so tasty! Served just before a friends 90 DRC Echezeaux and compared well. Auction purchase of well stored wines. Cork good. (1581 views) | | | Tasted by Warren23 on 7/20/2013 & rated 88 points: Very good again. Notes of violet, strawberry, and dry mid-palate. Not as good as the first two wines, but still very enjoyable. The cork was soft and broke-up in the bottle. (5041 views) | | | Tasted by Oh Dae-su on 7/11/2013 & rated 89 points: The Laurène Pinot showed plenty of discolourations. Obviously! The corona was red-brown amber'ish. The core had far more vital seeming ruby red colour left. It was an overall rather bright red Pinot with a few dark particles and cork sediments. At first its bouquet seemed a little bit reluctant to show its possible splendour. There was a bit of shy haystack, a few matches, some veggie fragrances, charcoal and un peu sous-bois oregon'ignon. About an hour later there was some development towards shy fragrances of bright-berries and a few delicate flowers. By then it wasn't as austere as it was before. There was a far more integrated and charming nose-picture during the following three hours. After that most of the aromas vanished into oblivion. In the first 30 minutes the taste was reserved and did not really convince me with its stern veggie flavours - at first! After a while some aged agents like undergrowth, mild mushrooms, hints of coffee powder, a few green vegetable flavours and an overall gentle tartness evolved. Even some traces of semi-dark cherries looked out from under the earthy components. Later on, more smokiness, cola flavours and very mild and shy red berry flavours evolved, too. There was still quite a lot of firm grandpa'ish strength, grip and an impressive structure in this Lauréne. The structure seemed playful light (not geriatric), somehow sublime'ish, very smooth (not totally levelled tannins though) and equipped with a surprisingly long lasting finish. Even the acid seemed very animating and considering its age really fresh. Most certainly there was a certain touch of elegant Burgundy evident. This aged Laurène Pinot Noir was a fascinating experience. I suppose one or two years earlier this wine would have been even more fascinating. If you got one left in the cellar you know what you got to do! Anyway a very decent Pinot Noir with plenty to tell for a few hours. After approx. five hours it said ... Adieu! (4975 views) | | | Tasted by Warren23 on 5/25/2013 & rated 92 points: Superb concentration - this is an outstanding wine. Violet nose, muted plum, raspberry and blackberry. (4739 views) | | | Tasted by Warren23 on 4/13/2013 & rated 90 points: This is an outstanding wine - drinking beautifully and is not over-the-hill whatsoever. Notes of oak, cherry and anise. Good concentration, very fine with a long finish. (4171 views) | | | Tasted by Azwinesnob on 10/10/2011: Decanter Magazine *****
Very intense, primary fruit, macerated strawberries. Decent acidity, silky tannin. Delicate and very elegant style, good fruit concentration, excellent length. Very stylish.”
Domaine Drouhin is located in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, but its roots are in Burgundy, France. Domaine Drouhin is owned and operated by the Drouhin family of Burgundy, which is the owner of the legendary Maison Joseph Drouhin. The Drouhin family has been making wine since the 13th century in France, though in Oregon the first vintage was 1988. Veronique Drouhin-Boss is the winemaker in Oregon, and she travels frequently between the estates in Burgundy and Oregon. The 225-acre Oregon estate is planted to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The Oregon estate’s’ signature wines are named after her three children, and are a blend of old world winemaking and new world terroir. (4697 views) | | | Tasted by YanickR on 10/17/2010 & rated 70 points: Way past it's due date (2336 views) | | | Tasted by Redteeth on 12/28/2007: This wine was fine but beginning to fade. It seemed a bit thin and astringent. I had hoped it would age out like a good burgundy but no such luck. What we didn't drink the first night did not improve for the second night. (3202 views) | | | Tasted by Mark on 1/26/2007 & rated 86 points: The 96 Laurene continues to fade. My first tasting since 2004, and the dusty character that I recall has diminished while and aged astringency has taken it’s place. Good but it’s fading and should be consumed. (3935 views) | | | Tasted by vendange on 6/22/2006 & rated 88 points: Tasty. Minor notes of earth on the nose, but mainly this features still-sweet, smooth, cherry/vanilla flavors, cola, spice and hints of strawberry. Lovely texture. Finish is nothing special.
Drink up. (3829 views) | | | Tasted by Gary on 12/8/2005: beautiful wine! drank w/thanksgiving dinner, and it actually showed as more burgundian than the real thing! as it opened up over course of an hour, became increasingly more powerful and extracted. (4810 views) | | | Tasted by Jim on 12/24/2004: very nice. It has been sitting in the cellar for quite some time. Very nice dark cherry aroma and taste with nice secondary characteristics as well as nice fruit filled middle palate (4478 views) | | | Tasted by Mark on 8/18/2004 & rated 87 points: Nose of candied cherries, medium body in the mouth with a hint of oak developing over time. I liked the richness and layered texture in the mouth. Finish medium in lenght, but does not finish in a smooth nor elegant style. Dusty is a perfect word to explain both the nose and the finish. All throughout tasting this wine, I kept thinking, wow, this just a little bit light, an impression that was reinforced as the wine was open longer. (4267 views) | | | Tasted by Eric on 7/27/2003 & rated 88 points: Seattle Tasting Group does Pinot Noir (Olympia, WA, USA): Dusty cherry on the nose. On the palate this is super silky with a medium finish. Impeccable balance but lacking a bit of power and complexity. (29451 views) | | | Tasted by SadEdjo on 12/20/1998: very burgundian pinot. powerful but balanced earthy nose with toasty cherry spice truffle. (2625 views) |
| Domaine Drouhin Oregon Producer website
Domaine Drouhin has been on the viticultural cutting edge in Oregon since their first vintage in 1988, and continues to set the pace.
Winemaker Véronique Drouhin-Boss' roots go deep into her family's 13th century cellars under the streets of Beaune, the heart of Burgundy. She represents the fourth generation of winemakers from this venerable wine family of France, but it is here in Oregon that her skills and passion are bringing forth some of the most sublime Pinot Noir and Chardonnay produced anywhere. With centuries of Burgundian winemaking experience flowing through her blood, Véronique has lovingly crafted every drop of wine produced at Domaine Drouhin Oregon since the first vintage in 1988.
Véronique Boss-Drouhin
Our winemaker extraordinaire produces elegant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay on both sides of the Atlantic.
Véronique Drouhin-Boss, the fourth-generation winemaker of the Drouhin family, has lovingly crafted every drop of wine produced at Domaine Drouhin Oregon since our first vintage in 1988. She also now oversees the winemaking at Maison Joseph Drouhin in Burgundy, producing some of the world's finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines on both sides of the Atlantic.
Véronique's interest in wine and the family business began when she was young, and blossomed under the tutelage of father Robert Drouhin. In 1986, she graduated from the University of Dijon with an advanced degree in enology, and decided to venture to Oregon to expand her experience and learn more about the fledgling industry that was beginning to take root in the Willamette Valley. Véronique interned that year with Adelsheim Vineyards, Bethel Heights, and Eyrie. She has returned to Oregon every year since then to capture the essence of what nature provides in our unique estate vineyards.
In many ways, Véronique embodies the essence of Pinot Noir -- spirited, graceful, and feminine. Her wines at Domaine Drouhin have always been hallmarked by elegance, finesse, purity, and the capacity to improve gracefully with age.
Pinot Noir Varietal character (Appellation America) | Varietal article (Wikipedia)
Pinot Noir is the Noble red grape of Burgundy, capable of ripening in a cooler climate, which Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot will not reliably do. It is unpredictable and difficult both to grow and to vinify, but results in some of the finest reds in the world. It is believed to have been selected from wild vines two thousand years ago. It is also used in the production of champagne. In fact, more Pinot Noir goes into Champagne than is used in all of the Cote d'Or! It is also grown in Alsace, Jura, Germany, the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Romania, Switzerland, Austria, Croatia, Serbia, Italy, and so forth, with varying degrees of success.
Pinot Noir is one of the world's most prestigious grapes. It is very difficult to grow and thrives well in France, especially in Champagne and Burgundy. Pinot Noir thrives less in hot areas, is picky on soil, and deserves some oak storage.
Pinot Noir, or Blauburgunder / Spätburgunder in German, is a blue grapevine - and, as the German name suggests, the grape comes originally from Burgundy in France.
The grape, which thrives in calcareous soils, is used primarily for the production of red wine, and it is widely regarded as producing some of the best wines in the world. The wine style is often medium-bodied with high fruit acidity and soft tannins. It can be quite peculiar in fragrance and taste, and not least in structure - which may be why it is referred to as "The Grapes Ballerina".
Pinot Noir is also an important ingredient in sparkling wines, not least in champagne since it is fruity, has good acidity and contains relatively little tannins.
The grape is considered quite demanding to grow. The class itself consists of tightly packed grapes, which makes it more sensitive to rot and other diseases.
Pinot Noir changes quite easily and is genetically unstable. It buds and matures early which results in it often being well ripened. Climate is important for this type of grape. It likes best in cool climates - in warm climates the wines can be relaxed and slightly pickled.
In cooler climates, the wine can get a hint of cabbage and wet leaves, while in slightly warmer regions we often find notes of red berries (cherries, strawberries, raspberries, currants), roses and slightly green notes when the wine is young. With age, more complex aromas of forest floor, fungi and meat emerge.
In Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, it often produces light wines with less character. However, it has produced very good results in California, Oregon and New Zealand.
With its soft tannins and delicate aroma, it is excellent for white fish, chicken and light meat. For the stored wines you can serve small game. Classic duck breast is a matter of course, a Boeuf Burgundy and Pinot Noir are pure happiness.
Pinot Noir loses quality by over-harvesting.
Pinot Noir is prone to diseases, especially rot and mildew. Viruses cause major problems especially in Burgundy.
Pinot Noir are large round grapes with thin skins. Relatively high in alcohol content. Medium rich tannins and good with acid.
As a young person, Pinot Noir has a distinctly fruity character such as raspberries, cherries and strawberries.
A mature Pinot Noir, the taste is different. Cherry goes into plum and prune flavors. It smells of rotten leaves, coffee, moist forest floor and animal wine. This must be experienced.
In warm climates you find boiled plum, some rustic, little acid.
If the grapes are over-grown, the wine will be thin, with little color and flavor.USAAmerican wine has been produced since the 1500s, with the first widespread production beginning in New Mexico in 1628. Today, wine production is undertaken in all fifty states, with California producing 84% of all U.S. wine. The continent of North America is home to several native species of grape, including Vitis labrusca, Vitis riparia, Vitis rotundifolia, and Vitis vulpina, but the wine-making industry is based almost entirely on the cultivation of the European Vitis vinifera, which was introduced by European settlers. With more than 1,100,000 acres (4,500 km2) under vine, the United States is the fourth-largest wine producing country in the world, after Italy, Spain, and France.Oregon Oregon Wine, Oregon Wineries (Oregon Wine Board)Willamette Valley Willamette Valley Wineries Association | Willamette Valley (Oregon Wine Board)
On weinlagen-info including some single vineyards
Willamette Valley Vintage Reviews
Dundee Hills Dundee Hills Winegrowers Association website
Located just 28 miles southwest of Portland, and 40 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean, the Dundee Hills appellation is situated within an irregular circle of about 6,490 acres in total, of which more than 1,264 acres of vineyards are planted. This region is unique for its higher elevation, warmer nighttime temperatures, less low-elevation fog and frost, and lava-based Jory soil series of reddish silt, clay and loam soils.
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