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Benton Lane Pinot Noir Estate Willamette Valley 2023 750ml
The palate is juicy and full, with more concentrated black and bing cherry flavours.
Expert Review - Vintage 2023
Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points | A youthful red color, the 2023 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley is pretty on opening, with pure notes of ripe raspberries, fresh floral perfume, wet stones, and pine. Medium-bodied, it’s elegant and floats on the palate, with fine tannins and a lovely, even finish. It’s a highly charming and approachable wine that’s a...Show More >
Expert Review - Vintage 2023
Jeb Dunnuck 91 Points | A youthful red color, the 2023 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley is pretty on opening, with pure notes of ripe raspberries, fresh floral perfume, wet stones, and pine. Medium-bodied, it’s elegant and floats on the palate, with fine tannins and a lovely, even finish. It’s a highly charming and approachable wine that’s a breath of fresh air from the Benton-Lane team.
The Wine Advocate 90 Points | The 2023 Pinot Noir opens with scents of holiday spice, toast and brown sugar over red cherry and forest floor aromas. The medium-bodied palate offers concentrated, earthy flavors. It’s framed by soft, chalky tannins and vibrant acidity and has a long, spicy finish.
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Wine Information:
Country: United States
Region: Oregon
Sub-Region:
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Variety:
Type: Reds
Size: 750ml
Choose when time is of the essence
Vibrant ripe cherry, cranberry, and raspberry nose unfold into dried blueberries, plum, and lively summer herbs. Full, plush, and balanced textures with fine grained tannins and a gentle, bright acidity. This wine is complex and layered, with ripe, fresh flavors and elegance.
James Suckling writes: Wild strawberries, cherries, dried flowers and nutmeg on the nose. Some chocolate orange. Medium-bodied, tight and sleek, with fine tannins and a fresh finish. - James Suckling 91
Clive Pursehouse writes: Benton Lane is in the southern end of Oregon's Willamette Valley; this wine, made in a riper fleshy style, is a blend from sustainably farmed vineyards throughout the region—aromatics of kirsch, cassia bark, and dusty black cherry. The palate is juicy and full, with more concentrated black and bing cherry flavours, hints of clove and cinnamon and a touch of mint to finish. Drinking 2023 - 2028 - Decanter 91
