Adelsheim 2007 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Elizabeth's Reserve

Winemaker Notes - We first used the name Elizabeth’s Reserve in 1986 to designate the blend of our best barrels of Pinot noir. For a dozen intervening vintages, it designated a single vineyard wine, but since 2000, Elizabeth’s Reserve has again been a best of winery reserve – the best barrels from our best lots. This Elizabeth’s Reserve offers aromas of bright red raspberries and ripe currants with hints of black cherry. Longer contemplation reveals nuances of the smoky cedar essence of lapsang souchong tea and dried rose petal. On the palate, the flavors mimic the aromas, leading again with raspberry. The wine texture is exceptionally balanced with good upfront acidity, and a silky mouthfeel with soft tannins that linger to a strawberry cream finish. Enjoy this wine when young, or allow it to age gracefully for five or up to ten years with proper storage conditions. It will pair beautifully with the Pinot noir classics – lamb, duck, grilled salmon, and aged cheeses.