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Purple Hands Pinot Noir West Wind Vineyard 2021 1.5Ltr

size
1.5Ltr
country
United States
region
Oregon
appellation
Willamette Valley
WA
95
JS
93
WS
90
Additional vintages
2022 2021
WA
95
Rated 95 by Wine Advocate
The 2021 Pinot Noir West Wind Vineyard comes from Pommard and Dijon clone vines planted six years ago in sedimentary soils at 400-600 feet of elevation. Medium ruby, it has alluringly broody scents of cranberry, rhubarb, tar and burnt orange, opening to nuances of licorice, tea leaves and forest floor as it airs in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is powerful yet supple with loads of finely grained tannins, mouthwatering acidity and concentrated, dark red fruit that opens to a flourish of spicy accents on the long finish. ... More details
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Purple Hands Pinot Noir West Wind Vineyard 2021 1.5Ltr

SKU 901983
$150.60
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Professional Ratings
WA
95
JS
93
WS
90
WA
95
Rated 95 by Wine Advocate
The 2021 Pinot Noir West Wind Vineyard comes from Pommard and Dijon clone vines planted six years ago in sedimentary soils at 400-600 feet of elevation. Medium ruby, it has alluringly broody scents of cranberry, rhubarb, tar and burnt orange, opening to nuances of licorice, tea leaves and forest floor as it airs in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is powerful yet supple with loads of finely grained tannins, mouthwatering acidity and concentrated, dark red fruit that opens to a flourish of spicy accents on the long finish.
JS
93
Rated 93 by James Suckling
A bright, medium-bodied pinot with aromas of dried roses, oyster shells, kelp, mulberries and cranberries. I like the savory moss and shell elements. Tight, powdery tannins. Drink from 2023.
WS
90
Rated 90 by Wine Spectator
Youthful and feisty, with a keen beam of bright acidity driving tart cherry, green tea and spices that zip toward snappy tannins. Drink now through 2030. 288 cases made.
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size
1.5Ltr
country
United States
region
Oregon
appellation
Willamette Valley
Additional vintages
2022 2021
Overview
The 2021 Pinot Noir West Wind Vineyard comes from Pommard and Dijon clone vines planted six years ago in sedimentary soils at 400-600 feet of elevation. Medium ruby, it has alluringly broody scents of cranberry, rhubarb, tar and burnt orange, opening to nuances of licorice, tea leaves and forest floor as it airs in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is powerful yet supple with loads of finely grained tannins, mouthwatering acidity and concentrated, dark red fruit that opens to a flourish of spicy accents on the long finish.
green grapes

Varietal: Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the planet's most widely grown and enjoyed grape varietals, and thanks to the popularity of the key wines it is associated with – Burgundy and Champagne – it has successfully spread from its native home in France to much of the wine producing world. Pinot Noir means 'black pine' in French, and this refers to the extremely dark, inky color of the fruit, and the fact that it grows in conical bunches, resembling a large pine cone. It has long been revered for its wide range of refreshing, summery flavors, and the fact that it produces red wines of a beautiful garnet color and light body. More recently, sparkling wines made exclusively with Pinot Noir have been extremely popular, and the orchard notes found in the fizzy 'blanc des noirs' wines mark out just how versatile this grape varietal really is. Despite being notoriously difficult to grow, it isn't hard to see why this grape is now found in vineyards all over the world, as it is synonymous with romance and decadence, quality and fantastic flavor
barrel

Region: Oregon

The Oregon wine industry is continuing to go from strength to strength, with many of their Pinot Gris and Pinot Noir wines winning important international awards in recent years. Oregon has also become renowned as an important region for the production of organic and biodynamic wines, demonstrating the fact that the wineries which are dotted across the diverse regions of the state are keen to experiment with their methods and techniques. A wide range of grape varietals flourish in Oregon, including an impressive array of Old World classic grapes alongside American hybrid varietals. This, coupled with the cooler climate and the mix of traditional and excitingly modern wine production methods makes Oregon a fascinating region for wine lovers, particularly those looking for something unique and utterly delicious.
fields

Country: United States

For three hundred years now, the United States has been leading the New World in wine production, both in regards to quantity and quality. Wine is actually produced in all fifty states across the country, with California leading the way by an enormous margin. Indeed, as much as eighty-nine percent of all wines to come out of the United States are produced in California, where the fertile soils and sloping mountain sides, coupled with the long, hot summers provide ideal conditions for producing high quality, European style red, white and rosé wines. With over a million acres of the country under vine, the United States sits comfortably as the fourth largest wine producer in the world, where imported grape varietals from all over the Old World are processed using a successful blend of traditional and contemporary techniques.
bottle and glass

Appellation: Willamette Valley

Oregon is a fascinating state when it comes to United States' wines. Although not as famous as nearby California, Oregon has been consistently lauded for its dedication to quality, experimentation and innovation over recent decades, helping it establish a powerful wine industry with a great reputation. Within Oregon, we find the beautiful wine region of Willamette Valley, a lush a fertile region most commonly associated with the production of high quality Pinot Noir grapes, which are internationally recognized as being responsible for many of the New World's finest red wines. Whilst the Pinot Noir grape is the most commonly grown across the region, the climatic conditions and soil types in Willamette Valley make it an ideal location for the cultivation of many different varietals, making it a very interesting area to explore through wine.
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Varietal: Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the planet's most widely grown and enjoyed grape varietals, and thanks to the popularity of the key wines it is associated with – Burgundy and Champagne – it has successfully spread from its native home in France to much of the wine producing world. Pinot Noir means 'black pine' in French, and this refers to the extremely dark, inky color of the fruit, and the fact that it grows in conical bunches, resembling a large pine cone. It has long been revered for its wide range of refreshing, summery flavors, and the fact that it produces red wines of a beautiful garnet color and light body. More recently, sparkling wines made exclusively with Pinot Noir have been extremely popular, and the orchard notes found in the fizzy 'blanc des noirs' wines mark out just how versatile this grape varietal really is. Despite being notoriously difficult to grow, it isn't hard to see why this grape is now found in vineyards all over the world, as it is synonymous with romance and decadence, quality and fantastic flavor
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