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LaVelle Vineyards 2008 Matthew’s Reserve Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
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- $36
The winery notes that this is their first reserve quality Pinot Noir since 1998—a remarkable statement. It reaches for that extra something without blowing itself out of proportion, retaining the varietal elegance so nicely displayed in the regular 2008 bottling. This is bigger, tighter and harder—with more tannic weight—than that wine, and should be cellared while…
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
LaVelle Vineyards 2008 Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
- Editors' Choice
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- $24
Lovely, soft, slightly exotic scents captivate immediately—raspberry and sandalwood, incense and peppermints (wasn’t that a song a long time ago?). Pretty fruit is showcased nicely, with balancing acidity and a light touch as far as new oak is concerned. More subtle fruit and spice flavors wind through the finish, but it’s full-on Pinot Noir, with no tricks or…
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
LaVelle Vineyards 2008 Pinot Gris (Willamette Valley)
- $18
A light, almost delicate wine, with pretty pear fruit and a hint of sweetness. The balance is just right, and the wine shows some added flair as it wraps into a finish that seems to gather strength while adding floral and lightly honeyed highlights.
— P.G.
(10/1/2010)
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