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Willa Kenzie Estate

1998 Pinot Noir Pierre Léon
Varietal/Style: Pinot Noir
Origin: Willamette Valley, OR
Vintage:
1998
Winemaker: Laurent Montalieu
Rating: 13/20
Retail Price: $30

Tasting Notes: Deep garnet in color, this vineyard-designate Pinot delivers classic aromas of cherry and oak. Still a little green, its tannins detract from the wine's finer fruit flavors. Given time, we think it will evolve into a fine example of Oregon winemaking. (Date tasted 11/5/00)

Profile: This relative newcomer on the Oregon wine scene is fast becoming recognized as a place for Pinot. From Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris to Pinot Meunier and, of course, Pinot Noir, dedication to quality has already earned Willa Kenzie a place at the White House dinner table. Thanks to the supervision of Bernard Lacroûte, a Frenchman who learned to appreciate Pinot Noir almost as early as milk, we don't doubt that in time this winery can become a U.S. leader in Burgundian-style wines.

Address:
19143 N.E. Laughlin Rd.
City: Yamhill, OR
Phone: 503-622-3280
Web site: n/a
E-mail: winery@willakenzie.com


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