Wines Tasted - June 04, 2010

Archery Summit Winery - Vireton Rose' - Pinot Noir - Willamette Valley - Oregon - 2009 - $20 - (Patio Wine, Food Wine, Summer Sipper) - A new release from Archery Summit, this wine showcases bright pale pink/salmon color, and a bouquet of fresh red flowers, strawberry and crushed cranberry.  Loaded with acidity to refresh the palate and a tooth coating viscosity.  A touch spritzy at the moment, which continues with the refreshing theme, but remember that this wine has some weight to it.  Highly recommended with Chilled Salmon Salad with Goat Cheese Crumbles.

Wines Tasted, May 20, 2010

Fore Front by Pine Ridge - Pinot Gris - Willamette Valley - Oregon - (Modern, Food Wine) - $16 - A pale platinum-green color, hinting toward more development.  The nose is moderately intense with plenty of non-fruit characteristics such as beech mushroom, white flowers, peach pit and red pear skin to match up with a hint of maraschino cherry.  Dry, medium+ in acidity and medium+ in body, this wine has significant weight, mild bitterness(inherent in the grape, due to its thick skins and "grey" color) classic of Pinot Gris.  Spicy florals, pear skin and peach develop slowly in the mouth and extend to medium+ length.

Wines Tasted - March 3, 2010

Had 2008 Forefront Willamette Valley Pinot Noir w/ Moroccan Rubbed Chicken & Bread Salad with Marinated Tomatoes.

Forefront by Pine Ridge - Willamette Valley - Pinot Noir - 2008 -  (Classic, Food Wine, Best Buy)  - $24 - A bright clear ruby with tinges of purple at the rim.  A nose of pure red fruits and Earth: Raspberries, red currants and pomegranite with turned earth, musk and nearly animale scents.  Very floral.  The entry is full of moderate+ acidity, and confirmed red fruit mix as well as the earthy notes and florals.  Oak is of moderate expression but showing a touch of spice.  Alcohol was moderate, tannins were fine and well structured, body was moderate and finish was quite long.  A balanced style which lets fruit shine while keeping the sense of place totally in Oregon.  Great Food Style.