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Notes of: Leather

Notes of: Raspberry

Notes of: Violet

Notes of: Clove

Notes of: Vanilla

Notes of: Earthy

Raptor Ridge

Raptor Ridge Barrel Select Pinot Noir

United States, Oregon

Red wine

4.0

Expert Rating

0.0

Rarely Reviewed

WINE DESCRIPTION

Raptor Ridge Barrel Select Pinot Noir is a premium wine produced by Raptor Ridge Winery, known for their exceptional Pinot Noir wines. This wine is sourced from select vineyards in the Willamette Valley appellation of Oregon, which is renowned for its ideal growing conditions for Pinot Noir. The vineyards feature a mix of volcanic and sedimentary soils, which impart unique flavors and complexity to the wine. The winemaking process involves careful barrel selection and aging, resulting in a rich and complex wine with notes of dark fruit, spice, and earthy undertones. This wine is a perfect representation of the classic Oregon Pinot Noir style, with a balance of fruit and acidity that makes it a versatile pairing for a variety of dishes.

NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER

This Raptor Ridge Barrel Select Pinot Noir is a complex, juicy and vibrant expression of the varietal.On the nose, aromas of ripe cherry and cranberry are accented by subtle notes of baking spice and earth. On the palate, the vibrant fruit flavors are balanced by delicate tannins and a bright acidity. The finish is long and lingering, with nuances of cola, clove and forest floor.

EXPERT RATING

4.0

DRINKING WINDOW

Now

2028

Profile

Sweetness:

Almost dry

Dry

Lusciously Sweet

Alcohol:

Moderate

Very Low Alcohol

Very High

Intensity:

Pronounced

Subtle

Powerful

Body:

Rich

Light Bodied

Full Bodied

Acidity:

Vibrant

Soft

Crisp

Tannin:

Grippy

No Tannin

Grippy

GRAPES (1)

Pinot Noir

ORIGINS

Winery: Raptor Ridge

Region: Oregon

Oregon is a state in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, located between Washington to the north and California to the south. It is known for its diverse landscape of forests, mountains, rivers, and high desert, and for its vibrant wine industry. Oregon's wine industry dates back to the mid-1800s, when the first vineyards were planted in the Willamette Valley. The region was largely forgotten until the 1960s, when a group of pioneering winemakers began to experiment with Pinot Noir and other cool-climate varieties. Since then, Oregon has become one of the most important wine regions in the United States, with over 500 wineries and more than 1,000 vineyards.

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