Reviews & Ratings

2010 Raptor Ridge Pinot Noir "Estate Adalfo's Block"

Winery: Raptor Ridge

Vintage: 2010

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Estate Adalfo's Block"

Wine Category: Pinot Noir

Grape blend: 100% Pinot Noir

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Chehalem Mountain

State or country: OR

Price: $38

Cases produced: 101

KWG Score: 90 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good (89)

Review date: July 26, 2013

Wine Review: This slightly opaque and ruby colored Oregon Pinot Noir opens with a plum and pomegranate bouquet. On the palate, this wine is light bodied, slightly acidic, fruit forward and lively. The flavor profile is a ripe red plum with notes of red raspberry. I also detected hints of black pepper and touch of oak. The finish is dry and its flavors are slightly prolonged. This Pinot would pair well with grilled pork tenderloin. Enjoy – Ken

Winemaker Notes: If there could be a textbook example of the 2010 vintage Oregon Pinot, this would be it. Visually, this wine is clear garnet, modestly concentrated. On the nose, sweet fruit like Bing cherry, Oregon strawberry, and Italian plums are kissed with a dash of graphite, clove and cinnamon. The palate corroborates the nose, plus reveals a little baking chocolate. This wine is supple, yet its lightness and acidity keep it conservative and restrained. Decanting now will loosen this wine up.

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