Eola Hills Fossil Block Reserve Pinot Noir 2019

From Eola Hills winery comes the 2019 Fossil Block Reserve Pinot Noir, an exquisite and complex wine crafted by experienced winemaker Steve Anderson. Anderson took sourced from a special block of the winery’s Legacy Estate Vineyard found within the Eola Amity Hills AVA and naturally blessed with a unique soil profile of Chehulpum, Steiwer and Hazelair.

Confined to just 88 cases, the 2019 Reserve Pinot Noir is a tightly crafted blend of aromas and flavors. A deep garnet hue envelopes the nose with delightful aromas of red cherries and berries, along with elegant vanilla undertones that give way to a complex palate that yields flavors of dark cherry, floral elements and earthy nuances finished with a white pepper kick.

Anderson was smart in his use of 12-15 percent new wood for the 2019 Reserve with no more than 30 percent new wood being used in total. The result is a medium-bodied and invigorating wine with a lush and lean overall feel. With its unique terroir and formidable barrel usage, this one-off bottling from Eola Hills is undeniably delicious and a true testament to Anderson’s winemaking excellence.