Community Tasting Note

forceberry wrote:

Monday, May 17, 2021 - A blend of Pinot Noir (59%) and Chardonnay (41%). Aged sur lattes for a minimum of 3 years before disgorgement. 12,5% alcohol. Tasted blind.

Pale yellow color. Moderately expressive nose with aromas of ripe citrus fruits, some evolved nutty tones, a little bit of juicy red apple and light toasty notes of oats'n'honey bar. The wine is ripe, moderately full-bodied and slightly evolved on the palate with flavors of red apple, some autolytic notes of honey'n'oats, a little bit of spice, light evolved waxy tones, a hint of stony minerality and a touch of sweetness from the dosage. Moderately high acidity with a rich but gentle and silky mousse. The finish is fresh, lively and medium in length with flavors of mealy red apple, some red-toned fruit character, a little bit of toasty autolysis, light honeyed notes and a hint of ripe citrus fruits.

A sophisticated Oregon fizz that is still surprisingly youthful for its age, showing relatively little evolution. One wouldn't confuse this for a Champagne, but stylistically this is not that different and quality-wise this is at least on par with good entry-level Champagnes. Nice, although nothing particularly thrilling. Most likely will continue to improve for at least a handful of years. Priced according to its quality at 31€.

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