95pts. Planted in 1993, Louise Vineyard was named for Cristom winegrower &owner Tom Gerrie’s great-grandmot... Read more..
Planted in 1993, Louise Vineyard was named for Cristom winegrower &owner Tom Gerrie’s great-grandmother, Louise Dinkelspiel. The lowest elevation Pinot Noir planting on the Cristom estate, Louise Vineyard can be distinctly separated into an “upper” and “lower” section, divided by a 150 ft. (45.7 m) slope. Because of this unique topography, Louise typically has both some of the earliest and latest fruit harvested each year.
Tasting Notes
95 James Suckling
I like the richness and freshness on the nose with strawberry and floral aromas and some rose-hip tea. It’s medium-to full-bodied with round tannins and a creamy-textured finish. Lightly chewy, showing the structure and seriousness of the wine. Drink after 2023.
94 Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
The 2019 Pinot Noir Louise Vineyard has a medium ruby color and takes some time to open up its delicate scents of wild red and black berries, prosciutto, aniseed and potpourri. Seamless and ethereal, the palate is light-bodied and silky with a flourish of dark spices and a long, savory finish.
92 Wine Enthusiast
The first planted estate vines comprise this block, yielding a bright, tangy wine bursting with crushed raspberry fruit. There’s a spicy note and a lick of cinnamon, and the overall freshness is compelling, although it’s built to age. Drink now and over the next decade. Cellar Selection.
95pts. Planted in 1993, Louise Vineyard was named for Cristom winegrower &owner Tom Gerrie’s great..
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