Medium ruby. Pronounced aromas of cherry, red plum, violet, cranberry, mushroom, vanilla, forest floor. Medium+ acidity, medium tannins, long finish. This is outstanding and has the potential to age further.
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In a really nice spot - giving off cherry, baking spice and potpourri, and some hints of forest floor. Can develop more of the latter with time but worth drinking now.
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Primarily cherries and other red fruits on the nose supported by earthy scents and white flowers: jasmine and sweet honeysuckle. Notes of rubber or garden hose appear after about 30 minutes, but not to the point of unpleasantness and even adding to the complexity. Increased sous bois after 45 minutes. Palate is a good reflection of the nose. Perfect balance. This is a delicate, sensual and elegant wine. Medium finish with short to medium length that doesn't stray from its focus. Very appealing and pleasant enough to drink and admire without food. In a very good spot right now - for sure open for business! *The Eyrie Vineyards founded in 1965 by David Lett, the man many credit as founding the whole Willamette Valley wine industry, when he brought 3000 cuttings up from California. *Jason Lett (David's son), took over as winemaker in 2005. *Diam 10 closure.
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Some reduction on the nose. Lighter bodied, but ripe red fruits and rather prominent tannin. Nicely Crafted entry level pinot. On the fresh structure side rather plump and flabby.
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I had been really happy with my 2015 Oregon pinots, but now I'm turning to the '16s and liking where these are at as well. Burgundian with a lithe mouthfeel and notes of cherry, red fruit liqueur, and forest wood.
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Day 1: Saturated colors, moderately fast legs. Nose has an odd and almost overwhelming scent of car tires, burnt sugar, etc. The taste is classic OR Pinot overlain with said notes of tires and carbonization. To be revisited tomorrow.
Day 4 (under vacuvin): That odd scent is still there, but moderated and now somewhat more in line with my idea of a Pinot profile. Still rather odd. Will reserve judgement until we can taste another bottle in a few months.
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Good juice here, big and fruity nose, red, blue, and black berries. Going strong after several days with no sign of decline. Big body, though the tannin is pretty light.
At this price ($35) I’ll take Bourgogne, but this is attractive and pretty good for a new world option.
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Drank several nights ago as part of a vertical that included 2011 and 2013-2016. This reconfirmed that 2016 is my hands-down favorite warm Willamette Valley vintage. On day 2 this was incredibly perfumed, with truffles and red and blue fruits and damp earth. Beautifully round on the palate while still being pretty light in body with excellent and integrated supporting acidity and a hint of very fine tannins. Excellent.
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Color is medium/dark ruby and very bright. Expressive nose; bright red fruit, red floral aromatics, but balanced with a clean earthiness and a dash of smoke. Beautiful nose. Palate is barely medium-bodied and has juicy cola but also some light meaty notes. Elegant, even with an impression of something animal that comes out later. Pretty good length.
So good. When I first dove head-first back into wine 3-4 years ago, I had a few Eyrie's, and more or less liked them, but was still figuring my palate out, so didn't really "get it". Well, I've figured out a lot in the last 3-4 years, and I now realize this is the good stuff.
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Tasted blind, very "obvious" warm year Oregon pinot: Bright fruit up front, black tea & graham cracker on the core, finishes on acidity... sharp contrast to the (also blind) 2016 Savigny-Lès-Beaune it was tasted next to... actually reminded us more of 2015s with its somewhat blown-out warmth.
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This was bigger and riper than I am used to seeing from Eyrie; felt borderline hot actually. Maybe just too young at this point, but lacked the normal balance and precision I find. Will revisit.
Day 2 - definitely better after some more air. The nose is more into the red fruit realm and the balance is improved. I also served this cooler day 2 right around cellar temp and I think that helped. Definitely has lots of upside for the cellar.
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Spicy and wet earth on the nose. Medium bodied, but big for a pinot. More of the spice notes on the palate. Classic strawberries and cherries, though those don’t stand tall in the wine. Acidity builds through the finish. Very pleasant wine, but nothing super unique about it.
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Being Social While Distancing: Transparent ruby red color. Same bottle as Chablis28; Drank a glass over an hour plus. Red berries, strawberry, ripe and well delineated, and little underbrush and greenery. The palate shows the same nice red fruits, a little green and herbal right now, spice and a little firmness to the tannins. This is a little young right now, but give this 2 years and I think it will be hitting the window. 90+(+)pts.
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Taken to a social distancing /take out patio dinner at Brian's. Lovely mid 70s MN evening with a light bone dry, early Fall like breeze and a fun group of 5. I opened at home for around 45 minutes in btl and removed cork at venue about another 45 minutes prior to drinking. This was pretty open but youthfully primary in my Burg glass. I had thought I was bringing the 2015 which I've loved right out of the gates. I'd forgotten I grabbed two 2016s in March. Semi translucent ruby red color. The 2016 feels a bit larger and richer with super tasty raspberry fruit and signature Eyrie earthiness along with a hint of underbrush. This will be fantastic in 3-5yrs and I'll layoff on my 2nd btl while continuing to drink 2015s going ahead. 13.5%
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This had a weird note which I think was reduction that threw off the smell; not terribly unpleasant, but not pinot noir; improved a little with air, but never blew off completely. Poured the rest back in and will re-assess tomorrow.
Still funky on day 2. Given that it seems less likely to be reduction. Not sure what the flaw was, but this was definitely not a good bottle. Brett, VA? I guess I need to learn more about flaws...
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Show-stoppingly good. This is my first taste of the 2016. I thought the 2015 was a bit awkward when I had it last spring, but this is absolutely singing right out of the bottle.
The nose just hits you right in the face with a velvet fist. Stunningly pure bright red fruit, some dried leaves, spicy herbaceousness, hint of earth or mushrooms. Eating some truffle almonds alongside this took it to the next level.
The palate delivers, complete with a sensuous body that’s at once lush and ethereal, like something that’s seemingly dense dancing across your tongue. The acidity adds sparkle across the entire drinking experience and commingles with that delicious, delicate fruit for ages after each sip - flavor and textural sensation merge until you’re not sure whther you’re still tasting anything or just feeling the lingering acidity.
Wow. I love years like 2011 and 2013 in the Willamette Valley, but damn these 2016s are beautiful. I’d love to see how these age but it’ll be hard to not drink them now.
It’s been too long since I’ve had an Eyrie Pinot Noir, and after this bottle it’s a mistake I won’t make again. Absolutely singular.
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Blend 72% estate grown Pinot with 10% Cattrall Brothers, 8% Thstle Vineyard, and 10% Tukwill Vineyard. Bright red beauty with subtle hint of red berry fresh strawberry jam with an underlying spiciness and earth. Age worthy.
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3/24/2024 - Andy2014 Likes this wine: 92 Points
Medium ruby. Pronounced aromas of cherry, red plum, violet, cranberry, mushroom, vanilla, forest floor. Medium+ acidity, medium tannins, long finish. This is outstanding and has the potential to age further.
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10/9/2023 - Tejassathian Likes this wine: 91 Points
In a really nice spot - giving off cherry, baking spice and potpourri, and some hints of forest floor. Can develop more of the latter with time but worth drinking now.
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1/19/2023 - davidspieker wrote: 89 Points
Medium color and body. Barnyard aromas. Blackberry flavors but not too ripe. Good acidity with very lengthy finish.
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10/28/2022 - Neecies Likes this wine:
Sweet entry with piercing fruit. I believe it's owner thought it would pass for Burgundy--it wasn't bad, but it didn't.
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9/2/2022 - RPHC Likes this wine: 91 Points
Primarily cherries and other red fruits on the nose supported by earthy scents and white flowers: jasmine and sweet honeysuckle. Notes of rubber or garden hose appear after about 30 minutes, but not to the point of unpleasantness and even adding to the complexity. Increased sous bois after 45 minutes. Palate is a good reflection of the nose. Perfect balance. This is a delicate, sensual and elegant wine. Medium finish with short to medium length that doesn't stray from its focus. Very appealing and pleasant enough to drink and admire without food. In a very good spot right now - for sure open for business! *The Eyrie Vineyards founded in 1965 by David Lett, the man many credit as founding the whole Willamette Valley wine industry, when he brought 3000 cuttings up from California. *Jason Lett (David's son), took over as winemaker in 2005. *Diam 10 closure.
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6/19/2022 - alereid Likes this wine: 91 Points
Mellowing nicely
Gentle fruit
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4/12/2022 - Nutty08 Likes this wine: 90 Points
Some reduction on the nose. Lighter bodied, but ripe red fruits and rather prominent tannin. Nicely
Crafted entry level pinot. On the fresh structure side rather plump and flabby.
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12/14/2021 - cos65 Likes this wine: 91 Points
Juicy red fruited Pinot. Some light strawberry and cola in the nose, balanced fresh lightish acidity. Quite easy to drink and at 13.5% quite nice.
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10/26/2021 - pgb67 wrote: 90 Points
I had been really happy with my 2015 Oregon pinots, but now I'm turning to the '16s and liking where these are at as well. Burgundian with a lithe mouthfeel and notes of cherry, red fruit liqueur, and forest wood.
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9/3/2021 - dlu wrote:
Day 1: Saturated colors, moderately fast legs. Nose has an odd and almost overwhelming scent of car tires, burnt sugar, etc. The taste is classic OR Pinot overlain with said notes of tires and carbonization. To be revisited tomorrow.
Day 4 (under vacuvin): That odd scent is still there, but moderated and now somewhat more in line with my idea of a Pinot profile. Still rather odd. Will reserve judgement until we can taste another bottle in a few months.
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4/21/2021 - Dlopez3102 wrote: 92 Points
This needs an hour decant at a minimum. Even better on day 2 so I’d say this has a long way to go in cellar.
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3/15/2021 - Madera16 Likes this wine:
Good juice here, big and fruity nose, red, blue, and black berries. Going strong after several days with no sign of decline. Big body, though the tannin is pretty light.
At this price ($35) I’ll take Bourgogne, but this is attractive and pretty good for a new world option.
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2/18/2021 - Fleets Likes this wine: 89 Points
Enjoyable but not memorable.
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9/23/2020 - OregonLoafer Likes this wine:
Drank several nights ago as part of a vertical that included 2011 and 2013-2016. This reconfirmed that 2016 is my hands-down favorite warm Willamette Valley vintage. On day 2 this was incredibly perfumed, with truffles and red and blue fruits and damp earth. Beautifully round on the palate while still being pretty light in body with excellent and integrated supporting acidity and a hint of very fine tannins. Excellent.
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8/19/2020 - 87tellub Likes this wine: 92 Points
Color is medium/dark ruby and very bright. Expressive nose; bright red fruit, red floral aromatics, but balanced with a clean earthiness and a dash of smoke. Beautiful nose. Palate is barely medium-bodied and has juicy cola but also some light meaty notes. Elegant, even with an impression of something animal that comes out later. Pretty good length.
So good. When I first dove head-first back into wine 3-4 years ago, I had a few Eyrie's, and more or less liked them, but was still figuring my palate out, so didn't really "get it". Well, I've figured out a lot in the last 3-4 years, and I now realize this is the good stuff.
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8/17/2020 - oropeza Likes this wine:
Tasted blind, very "obvious" warm year Oregon pinot: Bright fruit up front, black tea & graham cracker on the core, finishes on acidity... sharp contrast to the (also blind) 2016 Savigny-Lès-Beaune it was tasted next to... actually reminded us more of 2015s with its somewhat blown-out warmth.
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7/23/2020 - jnewman77 wrote:
This was bigger and riper than I am used to seeing from Eyrie; felt borderline hot actually. Maybe just too young at this point, but lacked the normal balance and precision I find. Will revisit.
Day 2 - definitely better after some more air. The nose is more into the red fruit realm and the balance is improved. I also served this cooler day 2 right around cellar temp and I think that helped. Definitely has lots of upside for the cellar.
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7/5/2020 - thoughtdujour wrote: 93 Points
Opened for Kritsa and Megan. Delish even days later.
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7/5/2020 - andrewhaag Likes this wine: 90 Points
Spicy and wet earth on the nose. Medium bodied, but big for a pinot. More of the spice notes on the palate. Classic strawberries and cherries, though those don’t stand tall in the wine. Acidity builds through the finish. Very pleasant wine, but nothing super unique about it.
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6/17/2020 - rocknroller wrote: 90 Points
Being Social While Distancing: Transparent ruby red color. Same bottle as Chablis28; Drank a glass over an hour plus. Red berries, strawberry, ripe and well delineated, and little underbrush and greenery. The palate shows the same nice red fruits, a little green and herbal right now, spice and a little firmness to the tannins. This is a little young right now, but give this 2 years and I think it will be hitting the window. 90+(+)pts.
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6/17/2020 - chablis28 wrote: 91 Points
Taken to a social distancing /take out patio dinner at Brian's. Lovely mid 70s MN evening with a light bone dry, early Fall like breeze and a fun group of 5. I opened at home for around 45 minutes in btl and removed cork at venue about another 45 minutes prior to drinking. This was pretty open but youthfully primary in my Burg glass. I had thought I was bringing the 2015 which I've loved right out of the gates. I'd forgotten I grabbed two 2016s in March. Semi translucent ruby red color. The 2016 feels a bit larger and richer with super tasty raspberry fruit and signature Eyrie earthiness along with a hint of underbrush. This will be fantastic in 3-5yrs and I'll layoff on my 2nd btl while continuing to drink 2015s going ahead. 13.5%
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6/7/2020 - Ben Christiansen wrote:
That has some smokey medicinal-ness to it after having the Willful. Darker cherry fruit as well.
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5/8/2020 - pren wrote: 90 Points
比较收敛的风格，气味不错，第二三天都还有气味很少见。
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4/8/2020 - jnewman77 wrote:
This had a weird note which I think was reduction that threw off the smell; not terribly unpleasant, but not pinot noir; improved a little with air, but never blew off completely. Poured the rest back in and will re-assess tomorrow.
Still funky on day 2. Given that it seems less likely to be reduction. Not sure what the flaw was, but this was definitely not a good bottle. Brett, VA? I guess I need to learn more about flaws...
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12/10/2019 - OregonLoafer Likes this wine: 94 Points
Show-stoppingly good. This is my first taste of the 2016. I thought the 2015 was a bit awkward when I had it last spring, but this is absolutely singing right out of the bottle.
The nose just hits you right in the face with a velvet fist. Stunningly pure bright red fruit, some dried leaves, spicy herbaceousness, hint of earth or mushrooms. Eating some truffle almonds alongside this took it to the next level.
The palate delivers, complete with a sensuous body that’s at once lush and ethereal, like something that’s seemingly dense dancing across your tongue. The acidity adds sparkle across the entire drinking experience and commingles with that delicious, delicate fruit for ages after each sip - flavor and textural sensation merge until you’re not sure whther you’re still tasting anything or just feeling the lingering acidity.
Wow. I love years like 2011 and 2013 in the Willamette Valley, but damn these 2016s are beautiful. I’d love to see how these age but it’ll be hard to not drink them now.
It’s been too long since I’ve had an Eyrie Pinot Noir, and after this bottle it’s a mistake I won’t make again. Absolutely singular.
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11/24/2019 - mephisto wrote:
Blend 72% estate grown Pinot with 10% Cattrall Brothers, 8% Thstle Vineyard, and 10% Tukwill Vineyard. Bright red beauty with subtle hint of red berry fresh strawberry jam with an underlying spiciness and earth. Age worthy.
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