The Baileys farm this cooler, 4-acre block on their picturesque estate near McMinnville to create a bold and bright Pinot Noir, harvesting the 25-year-old Pommard and Wadenswil clones at about 21 Brix. As a result, the aromas offer hints of pie cherry and orange zest with underlying earthiness, tar and a brush of denim. Its flavor profile of strawberry-rhubarb compote, Montmorency cherry and pomegranate finishes with a touch of sweet herbs, lending it to nicely to suggested pairings with beef or game.
Rating: Excellent
Production: 265 cases
Alcohol: 13%
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