2013 Eyrie "Estate Grown" Willamette Valley Pinot Noir the 2012 Vacqueyras G is

the 2012 Vacqueyras G is an even split of Grenache and Syrah that‰۪s aged 12 months in barrel

Grippy tannins frame a bright beam of raspberry and spice flavors as this cuts through to a long and zippy finish

So good and so reasonably priced

from plots next to their Finca La Pedriza

flowers and leather meld together nicely in the glass

2013 Eyrie "Estate Grown" Willamette Valley Pinot Noir the 2012 Vacqueyras G is*Cellar Selection* Quite austere when first opened, this drinks best after significant aeration or decanting, which is no surprise with any Eyrie Pinot Noir. Light strawberry and cherry fruit sits stiffly framed with crisp tannins, underscored with ample acidity. There's a well matched herbal component as well. This is at least a 10, if not a 20 year wine. Drink 2020 through 2030. (PG)