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Illahe 2009 Viognier (Willamette Valley)
- Best Buy
- $15
Delightfully aromatic, this evocative, low-alcohol (12.5%) Viognier sends up pungent, piney aromas of citrus peel and flesh. A mix of lemon, orange and grapefruit flavors, smooth and clean, roll into a seamless and satisfying finish.
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
Illahe 2009 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
- Editors' Choice
- $20
A somewhat pale wine, at first reluctant to show much aroma, it ultimately reveals itself to be elegant and surprisingly deep. Varietally expressive, with light cranberry and strawberry fruit, dusty tannins, toast, caramel and a whiff of incense. Complex and lovely.
— P.G.
(6/1/2012)
Illahe 2008 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
- $32
Yes, this does not shy away from the herbal bite often found in Oregon Pinot. But that accent is nicely integrated into a firm, balanced wine with penetrating red fruits and darker notes of black coffee, black licorice and a whiff of fresh truffle.
— P.G.
(3/1/2012)
Illahe 2009 Estate Grüner Veltliner (Willamette Valley)
- Best Buy
- $15
Why not an Oregon Grüner? With its nuanced aromas trailing flint and smoke through a core of grapefruit, pineapple and melon, this is a welcome warm weather wine. Just 12.5% alcohol, a solid midpalate and a hint of vanilla cookie in the lingering finish.
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
Illahe 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
- $38
A barrel selection, this was given 45% new oak, and surprisingly is listed at slightly lower alcohol than the regular 2007 Pinot Noir from Illahe. It does show a bit more new oak flavor and less forward fruit. Balanced and sound, it is a fine companion to the regular bottling.
— P.G.
(12/15/2009)
Illahe 2007 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
- $20
Forward and surprisingly fruity, this has a pleasing sweetness to the cherry and raspberry-flavored fruit. It’s round and ripe, very nicely balanced, and supported with bracing acidity. A remarkable effort for the vintage and the price.
— P.G.
(12/15/2009)
Illahe 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
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- $20
Here is an affordably priced Oregon Pinot that nonetheless spent 15 months in French oak, 20% new. This brings sappy varietal fruit flavors of cherry and raspberry, with a lick of caramel, presumably from the barrel aging. A great choice for near-term drinking.
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
Illahe 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley)
- Best Buy
- $13
Fresh and spicy, this has classic Oregon Pinot Gris pear-flavored fruit. It’s lifted by natural acids and highlighted with not-too-sweet baking spice.
— P.G.
(12/15/2009)
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