Chehalem Wind Ridge Pinot Noir 2013 torito-bravo in temperature-regulated tanks

in temperature-regulated tanks

each lying around 440 metres above sea level with a vine age of 14-26 years

Slow fermentations at low temperatures

Very saline on the finish

Chehalem Wind Ridge Pinot Noir 2013 torito-bravo in temperature-regulated tanksWind Ridge, as it always has been, is a bit more intense and brooding than its older sibling, Ridgecrest. 2013, in particular, shows more chewy tannin, more black fruit, and is a bit more shy upon its debut. Earth and forest floor, plum skin, blackberry, rosewater and cedar box, with a hint of tobacco on the nose. The palate holds a core of tannin and restrained fruit, with lingering flavours of violet, cherry cola, spicy barrel and a gorgeous tension