Rating 91
Style Red
Variety
Vintage 2015
Appellation
Willamette Valley
Oregon
USA
ABV 14.1%
Price $70.00  Buy This Wine
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Reviewed 2017-12-31

Perfect For

Long-Term Aging, Netflix And Chill, Special Occasion Splurges, Treat Yo'self, Wine Geeks

Drink If You Like

Gamay, Pinot Noir

Lavinea 'Elton Vineyard' Pinot Noir 2015 Review

Classically basalt soils produce a high-toned, brambly Pinot Noir, with fresh and underripe strawberry tones and pockets of spice, like a sunny picnic. Acidity springs forward on the structured palate, finishing with lush, round fruit.

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Lavinea 'Elton Vineyard' Pinot Noir 2015
Classically basalt soils produce a high-toned, brambly Pinot Noir, with fresh and underripe strawberry tones and pockets of spice, like a sunny picnic. Acidity springs forward on the structured palate, finishing with lush, round fruit.

Reviewed On: 12-31-2017
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POINTS
Lavinea 'Elton Vineyard' Pinot Noir 2015
Classically basalt soils produce a high-toned, brambly Pinot Noir, with fresh and underripe strawberry tones and pockets of spice, like a sunny picnic. Acidity springs forward on the structured palate, finishing with lush, round fruit.

Reviewed On: 12-31-2017