2019 Tendril TightRope Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes
TightRope is a substantial, deeply flavored Pinot Noir with notes of black cherry, cassis and sweet baking spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg. Some of the grapes in this blend are fermented as whole clusters, providing depth, texture, and structure. The TightRope is one of few Pinot Noirs that can hold up to bold flavors, such as smoked and grilled meats.
Pairings
Rack of lamb, mushroom fricassée, carne asada tacos, cheeseburgers (extra points for melted brie and sautéed mushrooms)
$80
Wine Data
Varietal Composition
100% Pinot Noir
AVA
100% Willamette Valley
100% Yamhill-Carlton
Aging and Cooperage
17 months in French oak barrels; 50% new
Bottled:
April 2021
Cases Produced:
100
Recommendations
94 Cellar Selection
Wine Enthusiast – 2019 Tendril TightRope Pinot Noir
Top a blackberry cupcake with chocolate ganache icing. Add a birthday candle, light it, then blow it out. This sums up the TightRope’s aromas in a nutshell. Did you wish for a great glass of wine? TightRope delivers, with boysenberry gelato, lemon and mint flavors joined by elevated acidity and silky tannins. Drink now–2034
1 May 2024