ANTONIO GALLONI’S VINOUS MEDIA 91 POINTS – “The 2023 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley mixes chalk dust, rose petals and dried black cherries to form a darkly floral bouquet. The palate is soft and round, offering a tug of sour citrus up front that contrasts with ripe, violet-laced fruit. Minerality lingers as the 2023 finishes with medium length and impressive freshness.”
JEB DUNNUCK 91 POINTS – “A youthful red color, the 2023 Pinot Noir Willamette Valley is pretty on opening, with pure notes of ripe raspberries, fresh floral perfume, wet stones, and pine. Medium-bodied, it’s elegant and floats on the palate, with fine tannins and a lovely, even finish. It’s a highly charming and approachable wine that’s a breath of fresh air from the Benton-Lane team. Drink now or over the next several years.”
