- Demeter Certified Biodynamic
- 100% Pinot Noir
- Mineral Springs Ranch (Yamhill-Carlton AVA)
- 40-acres of vines planted on a 240-acre Biodynamic farm
- 30 days maceration
- Aged 12 months in French oak (40% new)
- 13.8% abv
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
2022
Country:
United States
Region:
Oregon
Appellation:
Yamhill-Carlton District
Variety:
Pinot Noir
Color:
Red
Farming Practice:
Certified Biodynamic
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | US-SOV-40-22 | 6/750ml |
Press & Reviews
James Suckling
Score
98
Date
2025-03-20
"The tension and linearity of this wine are incredible, as fresh, vivid fruit flavors ride an electric wave of bracing acidity from the first whiff to the long, lingering finish. Layers of haunting mushroom, iron and bay leaf nuances meet cranberries, sour cherries, rhubarb and black tea flavors that linger and echo after the last sip. An impeccable wine for drinking now through at least 2032."
REVIEWS FROM PAST VINTAGES
2021
James Suckling
Score
97
Date
2024-04-30
"Subtly spiced and deeply fruity, this wine has a great track record for improving with age. Rich in dark plums, black cherries, mint, cinnamon and pine accents. So layered and complex, mouth-filling but well balanced by moderate tannins and good acidity. From biodynamically grown grapes. Best from 2027."
2021
Decanter
Score
95
Date
2024-11-19
"The exposure that Mineral Springs has to the winds coming out of the Van Duzer Corridor hit the estate head-on and has a significant effect, cooling during hot times and providing warmth during colder times. It also dries out the air around vines, creating additional vine stress. This creates more skin tannin, barrel-aged for 12 months. Four months in tank allows the wine to move away from oxygen pungent earth and floral aromatics with a kiss of white pepper and mint to lift. An ample structure sets the frame for red fruit and savoury spices. 40-50% whole cluster year in and year out on average."
2021
Wine Enthusiast
Score
94
Date
2023-12-31
"This elegant expression of the Willamette Valley's strong 2021 vintage leads with aromas of blackberries, ginger scones and a bit of Tahitian vanilla. Tart cranberry and orange-zest flavors are soon joined by notes of cedar and cacao nibs. The wine's silky tannins and crisp acidity are equally matched. Enjoy now until 2035. ‡ Michael Alberty"
2021
Wine Spectator
Score
94
Date
2024-06-30
"Detailed and finely focused, this refined red offers expressive raspberry and guava flavors laced with mineral, forest floor and black tea tones as this builds tension and richness toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2032. 2,400 cases made."
2021
Wine Advocate
Score
90
Date
2024-07-25
"The 2021 Pinot Noir Mineral Springs Ranch takes some time to shake off brown sugar and baking spice on the nose and reveal stewed strawberry and raspberry, damp earth and dried herbs. The light-bodied palate is chalky and refreshing with an understated core of fruit and a spicy finish. It will benefit from 2-3 years in bottle."
2019
Wine Advocate
Score
93
Date
2023-03-09
2018
James Suckling
Score
97
Date
2018
Vinous
Score
95
Date
2022-02-01
2018
Wine Enthusiast
Score
94
Date
2020-12-01
2018
Wine Spectator
Score
93
Date
2021-03-31