2016 Soter "Mineral Springs - White Label" Yamhill-Carlton Pinot Noir

“A selection from a higher and drier location with lower vigor, which delivers more profound phenolic development. The nose has striking mineral notes with oyster shell and a rich, dark-cherry and blueberry presence, as well as a lightly spicy edge. The palate has intensity with elegance. The tannins are handsomely defined and deliver a very long and mouthwatering, red-cherry, blood-orange and pomegranate finish.” (01/2020)

“Deep, shimmering scarlet. A highly perfumed, complex bouquet evokes red berry preserve and cherry cola aromas, along with baking spice, tea rose and smoky mineral accents. Shows impressive definition on the palate, offering concentrated, spice-tinged red fruit liqueur, floral pastille and spicecake flavors that pick up a succulent herb nuance with air. Finishes impressively long and precise, with fine-grained tannins providing grip to lingering raspberry and bitter chocolate notes. (JR)” (05/2020)

“The White Label, says Tony Soter, is only made in the best years. This 2016 Pinot Noir Mineral Springs Ranch White Label is pale to medium ruby-purple in the glass. The nose offers crushed cranberries, cola, Earl Grey tea leaves, raspberries and blackberries with earthy nuances and a classy framing of oak spice. The palate is medium-bodied with a good core of perfumed fruits, framed by lightly chalky tannins and seamless freshness, finishing on an earthy note. This comes from biodynamically farmed grapes. (EB)” (04/2020)