Chehalem 2011 Ridgecrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block Pinot Noir (Ribbon Ridge)

Country: US / Ridgecrest Vineyards Wind Ridge Block
Variety: Pinot Noir Oregon
Winery: Chehalem / Ribbon Ridge

This block selection really works, showing more muscle and meat on its bones than the excellent vineyard-designated bottling. Black fruits, cassis and clean earth are flecked with cinnamon. The wine has authority and power, yet retains a sculpted, fine-tuned precision.