Erath Pinot Noir 2019

Cellar for up to 6 years. No need to decant before serving.

Erath winery is one of the oldest producers in Oregon’s Dundee Hills thanks to the visionary winemaker Dick Erath who created his very first barrel of wine in his garage. Dick originally pursued a career as an engineer before studying at UC Davis, a famous viticultural school in California, and deciding to move his family to the wild hills of the Chehalem Mountains in Oregon in the 1960s.

Dick experimented with some 23 different varieties on his land before discovering that Pinot Noir thrived here. He was instrumental in helping import French clones to Oregon in the 1970s and by 1984 one of his wines was awarded “Best American Pinot Noir” by Wine & Spirits.

Today the winery continues to excel at making premium Pinot Noir like this classic bottling which is made in an easy-drinking, fruit forward style. The nose is bursting with ripe red cherries, redcurrants and strawberry notes along with undertones of pomegranate, fragrant lavender, and anise. On the palate there’s a well-balanced flavour profile with smooth tannins, a well-rounded texture, and a pure, clean finish with a bright streak of acidity. Try pairing with tomato-based dishes like fresh pasta served with a ragu sauce or even lightly spiced Indian curries.