Nicolas Jay, Own Rooted Pinot Noir, Oregon 2023

Sourced from the vineyards of Bishop Creek, Nysa, and Hyland, the 2023 Pinot Noir Own-Rooted is bright in the glass and pours a youthful red color. It lifts with notes of cranberries, cinnamon, bright wild herbs, fresh roses, and orange zest. Medium-bodied, it floats on the palate with a weightless and balanced feel, with fine tannins and an even, long finish. I really like this one and think it should improve over the next 12-15 years.

Comprised of Pinot Noir from three own-rooted Willamette Valley vineyards, including the old vines of Hyland Estate, as well as Dundee Hills Nysa Vineayrd, and Bishop Creek, in the Yamhill-Carlton appellation. This blend of the three shows the silken, mature nature of its own-rooted Pinot Noir. Great aromatics of smashed strawberries, forest floor and deep, violet tones. The palate is a melange of juicy berries, pine sap, balsamic and a ripe cherry finish.