inward Faconnières that favors texture
that we went down into the cellar and started comparing the PVP to Domaine Leroy’s Premier Cru Savigny les Beaune (now at $595 a bottle)
stony finish that invites another sip without asking permission
I’ve sold this wine before and I’ve always loved it
spicy fruit with a smooth tannic structure
The Eyrie Vineyards "Sisters" Pinot Noir 2021 Oregon inward Faconnières that favors textureCritical acclaim: "95 points. The south facing Sisters Vineyard in the Dundee Hills, planted in 1987 to UC Davis clones of Pinot Noir, ripens fruit well to give a full expression to ripe black cherry fruit with hints of violets, mineral, earth, and spice. Even in a warm year such as 2018, the wine retains a lovely freshness; the colour is not exaggerated, and the tannins are silky and very fine. This wine drinks well enough now, but it should be a