19. Hyland Estates 2012 Coury Pinot Noir, McMinnville, $60
Charles Coury is part of Oregon wine lore, this early vineyard pioneer brought what now is known as the Coury clone of Pinot Noir from Alsace in the 1960s. This example from master winemaker Laurent Montalieu opens with aromas of mineral-rich earth, raspberry and a hint of purple lavender. On the palate, this medium-bodied red unravels elegant flavors of Rainier cherry, cumin and red plum.
Production: 400 cases
Alcohol: 13.5%
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