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| Community Tasting Notes (average 90.5 pts. and median of 91 pts. in 58 notes) - hiding notes with no text | | | Tasted by klezman on 12/11/2019: Still kicking - some fruit remains, no tannin, not as much secondary development as I'd have guessed. Nonetheless it's a nice OR Pinot with a restrained character. (1753 views) | | | Tasted by HWgeek on 4/3/2018 & rated 84 points: Waited too long to drink. Nothing from the notes others posted for the most part. There was some slight cherry and earthiness, but mostly alcohol. Day two (yes I vacuum sealed it) was a little better, but not much. Tasted like $5 cheap wine. Make sangria out of it. (1056 views) | | | Tasted by klezman on 4/10/2015: Just delicious. Earth, bitter cherry, herbs, and a nice balance to it. In a great place. (4358 views) | | | Tasted by blakel on 11/19/2014 & rated 89 points: This has gone downhill, past it's peak. Drink up! (3437 views) | | | Tasted by wmccone54 on 10/17/2014 & rated 92 points: This was the last and probably best bottle of six. Producer did well in spite of the vintage. Drinking at peak with a great balance of fruit and earthiness. Definitely would buy again. Excellent (3557 views) | | | Tasted by klezman on 9/25/2014: Tasty, not all that different from previous bottles as I recall. (4368 views) | | | Tasted by ccrida on 7/11/2014 & rated 89 points: Nice rich acidic dark cherry that falls off hard after 1-2 hrs. (3073 views) | | | Tasted by JCGuthrie on 9/20/2013 & rated 90 points: Drinking better than previous bottles (2612 views) | | | Tasted by nlassow on 9/15/2013 flawed bottle: Our last bottle was sadly flawed. Big time flawed, as in the worst most pungent corked bottle I've ever experienced. Could smell it before the cork was completely extracted! We normally LOVE this bottle. (1375 views) | | | Tasted by Quaffing in Colorado on 9/8/2013 & rated 92 points: Absolutely delicious. Agree with prior posts: Cedar, herbs, and earth combined with fruit (cranberry and light cherry) gave way to a velvety mouthfeel and lingering finish that made us feel we were drinking the Pacific Northwest. This complexly structured, and well-balanced wine is definitely not past its prime and will likely present winegasms for a while longer. (2082 views) | | | Tasted by wmccone54 on 9/6/2013 & rated 90 points: Not as good as previous bottles. Very good, but seemed to lack the depth I remember from previous bottles. Drank over two days. (1974 views) | | | Tasted by trifecta on 8/11/2013: Such a beautiful Pinot Noir. I was a bit worried given the sub par vintage for Oregon. Earthy without funk. Leans more to the duff/cedar side. Balanced and elegant with a long finish. As it open the layers just keep rolling through. Tons of depth on this wine and really worth the attention to it while drinking. Drinking really well after an hour or so open, but not need to rush this. Could hold for a decade without a problem. (2404 views) | | | Tasted by JasonG on 7/21/2013 & rated 92 points: Finally, it's ready. Herbs and cherries, lush mouthfeel, perfect scent of sweet wood, like cedar after spring rain. Love this, shows 2007 was actually a good year in the right hands. (1849 views) | | | Tasted by blakel on 7/5/2013 & rated 90 points: This bottle was not as good as the previous ones. (1528 views) | | | Tasted by JCGuthrie on 6/14/2013 & rated 87 points: Appears to be past it's prime....past two bottles not nearly as good as earlier ones (1285 views) | | | Tasted by tzarf on 5/27/2013 & rated 91 points: Terrific. Well balanced medium body, medium finish, with just enough grip (1797 views) | | | Tasted by wmccone54 on 4/7/2013 & rated 92 points: Really great wine at an affordable tariff from wine.woot! In spite of the less than stellar 07 vintage, this is a star. (1715 views) | | | Tasted by klezman on 3/9/2013: Lovely, just like the last bottle. Not as much of a standout given when in the evening it was drank. But excellent OR Pinot. (2317 views) | | | Tasted by qwerty2 on 3/7/2013 & rated 90 points: Very good. Very very good. Glad I have three more. I'll buy more when it shows up for sale again, too. (1423 views) | | | Tasted by nlassow on 2/11/2013: Not as large as our last visit, but developing nicely and becoming more integrated. (2519 views) | | | Tasted by richardhod on 10/22/2012 & rated 94 points: This bottle seemed a lot better than the previous. Possibly just me, but now it's got great earthy forest floor and tight, bright brick-acidity like a Burgundy. A very fine wine indeed, and may well improve nicely with age. Can I resist opening my final bottle? (3187 views) | | | Tasted by wmccone54 on 10/19/2012 & rated 92 points: Much better than some of the Russian River Pinot enjoyed earlier in the evening. Earthier, more complex and a a better representation of a Burgundian style Oregon Pinot Noir. Well balanced. Really good stuff for the price. (2654 views) | | | Tasted by wmccone54 on 10/5/2012 & rated 92 points: Decanted for approximately 30 minutes; initially, a bit oaky on the nose but it soon blows off as the wine aerates. This really improves with air. Medium bodied texture, a very pretty bright, slightly translucent ruby color. Expressive notes of cherry cola, tangy raspberry, vanilla carmel, spicy red berry, and some very nice earthy notes. Definitely not a fruit bomb; balanced throughout, great mix of primary flavors, evolving tertiary notes, judicious use of oak, and very mild tannins. Very long lasting, racy finish. Excellent, especially given the less than stellar vintage. (2287 views) | | | Tasted by blakel on 10/5/2012 & rated 92 points: Pop and pour. Translucent ruby. Earthy nose with a whiff of mushroom and forest floor. Smoke and pepper, austere dark fruit on the palate. Medium long finish with a surprising subtle bright note of sweetness as it fades. Very enjoyable. (later...) After an hour the wine opens up and shows more bright fruit and floral notes. Great stuff. (2538 views) | | | Tasted by wmccone54 on 10/5/2012 & rated 92 points: Consistent with previous bottle. Great food wine. After a disappointing prior purchase from WineWoot, this was an excellent value at around $30. Definitely drinks like a $65 Pinot Noir. (2548 views) | | | Only displaying the 25 most recent notes - click to see all notes for this wine... |
| Expression Producer website2007 Expression Pinot Noir 44° Roserock VineyardVarietal Content: 100% Pinot Noir
Appellation: Eola – Amity Hills
Vineyard: Roserock Vineyard
Cases Produced: 475
Roserock® is LIVE and Salmon Safe CertifiedPinot 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)
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