Tasting - Portlandia Oregon Pinot Noir

 LABEL: ME: 

1) The Wine: I drank a glass of Portlandia with Pinot Noir grapes from Oregon, having a vintage year of 2022. The bottle of Portlandia cost $18.

2) Critic Review: Michael Alberty, from Wine Enthusiast, describes the wine as having a subdued red cherry, tangy cranberry and caramel like taste (Review)

3) Wine Folly Reference: Portlandia comes from the Willamette Valley, noted in Wine Fillet for being an ideal place in the US to grow Pinot Noir grapes (Wine Folly pg 284). When tasting the wine, I noticed a higher acidity to it and notes of cherry (Wine Folly pg 150).

4) My Review: When I did the sniff and swirl test I got a hint of apricot, followed my a cherry. After sniffing, while tasting the wine I got a strong taste of cherry, but then felt a scent of metal pass through my nose. The wine left an acidic touch on the top of my mouth following each sip, something I quite enjoyed actually. I did not try this wine with food, but I'm sure a nice steak would pair well. Overall, I would recommend this wine for anyone willing to support American vineyards and enjoys apricots and higher alcohol content. Check it out at KroBar while they still have a bottle left!