One of the perks of my job is getting to meet the wine makers.
The other week I had the opportunity to meet Matt, who is originally from VA and moved to Oregon to produce Pinot Noir.
Though he specializes in Pinot Noirs, I happened to like his Tempranillo the best.
Sight: a lovely shade of Ruby
Nose: cherry/raspberry, with a touch of vanilla spice
Palate: So soft, subtle, and smooth for a Tempranillo! Lush berries, little bit of a floral note to it, and a toasted vanilla note (thanks to the Oregon Oak it was aged in)
I would LOVE to have this with an aged Cheddar of some sort. And I am really thinking about bringing this in for the Fall.
2010 "Timothy" Pinot Noir, $21
Nose: light cherry fruits and blossoms, and maybe a hint of cherry cola/Molasses
Palate: Cherry Lollipop, light body with good acidity, notes of Cola.
2009 Reserve, $38
Sight:darker in color than the previous Pinot Noir
Nose: Vanilla, Cherries, Currants, notes of anise.
Palate: Spicy cherries, Cola, Currants and Plums. Good tannins makes me think this will age pretty well and perhaps bring out more of the spicy earthy quality and less of the Cherry Burst.
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