Nicolas Jay 'Own Rooted' Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2022 750ml 90+ rated funky aromas of hot rocks

funky aromas of hot rocks and soy sauce to balance

this smooth

shaded by earth and mineral elements

salty minerality and lemony acidity bringing zest through the finish

This vivid display is enriched by notes of canele pastry

Nicolas Jay 'Own Rooted' Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2022 750ml 90+ rated funky aromas of hot rocks3 vineyards, 100 years of life1 wine. This is the 3rd interpretation of the fruit from these spectacular ungrafted old vines and its impossible to predict how unique each vintage will be. Right away, wafting out of this dark, brooding wine comes sweet earth and roasted oak. Its savory, like always, but this vintage is forcing imagery of holiday spices, cinnamon and oatmeal. On the palate there is sweet, dried tea leaves lifted with a brightness of