Roserock (Drouhin) Pinot Noir 2016 (Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon) - [JS 94] [DM 94] [VM 91]

Roserock
(Drouhin) Pinot Noir 2016
(Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon) - [JS 94] [DM 94] [VM 91]


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Tasting Notes

The 2016 Roserock Pinot Noir is a pleasure to drink, and delicious is the first word that comes to mind. It has a beautiful depth of character, with notes of crushed berries, pomegranate, and the essence of marionberry. This Roserock finishes strong with an exuberant spice quality and a refined, rounded mouthfeel. Drink now or hold 8-10 years.

Production Notes

Our Roserock Pinot Noir is a cuvée selection from the estate’s 35 blocks, which are handpicked, sorted and individually fermented. While Pinot Noirs from the Eola-Amity Hills are typically known for their structure and power, Véronique Drouhin emphasizes Roserock’s elegant and refined qualities, making for a delicious and age worthy cuvée.

Vintage Notes

The 2016 growing season in Oregon started with a surprisingly warm spring, and moved seamlessly into a classic Oregon summer of warm days and cool nights. Interestingly, though the harvest is one of the earliest on record, the accumulated heat was less than either of the two previous vintages, and both of those are considered to be in the top tier. At Roserock, a cooler vineyard, picking began at the beginning of September under mostly clear skies. The fruit was in beautiful condition and required minimal sorting.

Ratings & Reviews

94 Points - James Suckling:
"Impeccable fruit purity and freshness here makes for an immediately appealing nose with a central thread of ripe red cherries. The palate has beautiful definition and detail with striking fruit purity. Holds long and supple. Excellent pinot. Drink or hold.." - JS (Oct 2018)

94 Points - Decanter Magazine:

"Burgundian Véronique Drouhin did her first Oregon vintage in 1987. This entry-level wine from her Roserock property is a selection from vines throughout the 45ha vineyard. It shows true elegance, with an aromatic cherry fruit character and a floral cast. The balance is pitch-perfect: it coats the palate with a gossamer silkiness, with nothing heavy or hot. LIVE certified. (Drink between 2021-2030)" - Charles Curtis MW (Dec 2020)

91 Points - Vinous Media:

"Lurid bright-rimmed red. Expansive red berry liqueur, baking spice and mocha aromas pick up floral and smoky mineral nuances with aeration. Sappy, gently sweet and lively on the palate, offering juicy raspberry, blueberry and rose pastille flavors that are joined on the back half by suggestions of five-spice powder and white pepper. Smooth and seamless in texture, delivering subtle, harmonious tannins and repeating florality on the clinging finish. (Drink between 2021-2028)" - Josh Raynolds (Jun 2019)