2018 Tendril Extrovert Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
An inviting nose of black cherry and raspberry lead to flavors of ripe cherry, pomegranate and cranberry. A surprisingly soft and approachable wine with good structure and a round finish that leaves one wanting more.
Pairings
Pork sliders, mushroom tart, cheeseburgers, pasta primavera.
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Wine Data
Varietal Composition
100% Pinot Noir
AVA
100% Willamette Valley
71% Yamhill-Carlton
21% Eola-Amity Hills
8% Willamette Valley
Aging and Cooperage
18 months in French oak barrels; 25% new
Bottled:
April 2020
Cases Produced:
230
Recommendations
93
Jeb Dunnuck – 2018 Tendril Extrovert Pinot Noir
A jeweled ruby, the 2018 Pinot Noir Extrovert is ripe and floral with lush, pure aromas of wild red raspberry liqueur, pressed roses, and a touch of cinnamon candy. Refined on the palate, with fine, juicy tannins and fresh acidity, as well as a good finish, it’s more approachable now, although the vintage certainly lends more structure. Drink this now or over the next 6-8 years.
17 September 202393
James Suckling – 2018 Tendril Extrovert Pinot Noir
This has attractive aromas of ripe plums, dark raspberries, orange zest, toasted hazelnuts and black licorice. Bay leaves, too. It’s bright and energetic, with a medium body and tight-grained tannins. Drink or hold.
9 May 202392
NW Wine Report – 2018 Tendril Extrovert Pinot Noir
Critic’s Choice – 2018 was a generous, giving vintage in Willamette Valley. We see that here. The aromas charm, with notes of thistle, cherry, graphite, and dried orange rind. A full-flavored palate follows, with juicy, rich, but balanced flavors. There’s lovely intensity and layering. Black tea notes linger on the finish. 14.1% alcohol. 230 cases produced. TCA-free microagglomerative cork
30 November 2022NW Wine Report