LAVINEA Temperance Hill Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir 2021
(Willamette Valley, Oregon) - [JD 99] [VM 95]

Notes from the Winemaker:
Deep ruby with a purple rim. Brambly forest fruits mingle with crushed violets and slate. Dark fruits fill the palate with bright tones of blood orange zest shining through. Rich and structured, but with an ethereal caress, the downy texture is supported by ripe tannins that extend the lengthy finish. Will age magnificently.

Ratings & Reviews

99 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
"From a certified organic, high-quality site, the absolutely stunning 2021 Pinot Noir Temperance Hill Vineyard pours a deeper jeweled ruby with purple tinge. It will also certainly do well to decant if opening any time soon, but it quickly blows off to reveal a gorgeous spectrum of aromas including kirsch, lavender, clove and forest floor. Medium to full-bodied, with a weightless feel and a velvety texture, it offers pillowy tannins and fresh balanced acidity. This exceptional and harmonious red is a fantastic counterpoint to the Tualatin Estate Vineyard bottling. Bravo." - Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com

95 Points - Vinous:
A deep, dark magenta, the 2021 Pinot Noir Temperance Hill is intense, bursting from the glass with peppery florals, grilled herbs and raspberries complicated by hints of crushed rock. Like liquid silk, this flows across the palate, dense and supple. Red and black fruit depths drench the palate in primary concentration as a savory spiciness builds toward the close. Edgy tannins pinch at the cheeks as residual acids keep the mouth watering for more. It finishes incredibly long and structured with an air of licorice that keeps the taster looking back to the glass for more. This is a beast in need of taming. Wow.