2018 Soter Vineyards Mineral Springs Ranch Pinot Noir [JS97][V95][WE94][WS93]
2018 Soter Vineyards Mineral Springs Ranch Pinot Noir [JS97][V95][WE94][WS93]
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Producer: Soter Vineyards
Region: Yamhill-Carlton District, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Year: 2018
James Suckling, 97 Points
"This has such ripe red-cherry pinot fruit aromas, as well as forest wood and a swathe of deep-set spices. The palate carries such plush red and dark-cherry flavors in a long, fresh and energetic mode. Commanding pinot with such impressive poise. Drink or hold."
Vinous, 95 Points
"Shimmering ruby-red. Ripe red and blue fruit, lavender and exotic spice scents take on smoky mineral, licorice and cola nuances with air. Sappy and energetic on the palate, offering juicy boysenberry, cherry pie, cola and allspice flavors supported by a core of juicy acidity. The spice and floral notes repeat emphatically on the long, detailed finish, which is framed by smooth, late-arriving tannins. One-third whole clusters and 40% new French oak. Best After 2024."
Wine Enthusiast, 94 Points
"The biodynamically farmed grapes bring layered and detailed flavors. Raspberry purée adds intensity to the fruit, with accents of toasted grain and lemon. Some 30% of the ferment included whole clusters, and 40% of the wine was barreled in new French oak. The long, drying finish adds highlights of chamomile tea. Editors' Choice."
Wine Spectator, 93 Points
"Structured yet elegant, this unfurls with raspberry and plum flavors that are layered with dusky spice and savory tea notes, building tension toward fine-grained tannins. Drink now through 2028."
Alcohol: 13.8%
Biodynamic farming.
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