VOL 10, ISSUE 22
Dec 12, 2015
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TREOS Wine, Monmouth, OR
Partner, winemaker and winegrower Dave Jepson only produced a limited amount of wine in the cold, rainy
2011 vintage. The 2011 Pinot Noirs were initially out of sorts and needed time to develop so they are just being
released now. The wines are not as robust and full-flavored as usual for TREOS, but they are quite bold for the
2011 vintage and I find them very appealing. The remainder of the 2011 Pinot Noir grapes were distilled to use
in making a Pinot Noir based, port-styled wine called Ternion ($39). Interestingly, the Ternion has been infused
with dry roasted Oregon hazelnuts.
13.4% alc., $48. Dijon Clones.
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Moderate
reddish purple color in the glass. Fragrant upon opening with aromas of black cherry, sous-bois and
complimentary oak. The succulent purple and black fruits fill the mouth with goodness and are quite sappy for
this vintage. Very juicy, with harmonious tannins, a welcome touch of toasty oak, and a satisfying finish.
Score: 90
13.4% alc., $48. Estate grown. A blend
of three Dijon clones.
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Moderate reddish purple color in the glass. Dark orchard and berry fruit aromas fill the
glass. Classy and polished, with a load of delicious purple and black fruits complimented by deft barrel work
and enough refined tannins and acidity to age nicely. Like the Elegant Reserve bottling, the fruit concentration
is unusually grand for this vintage.
Score: 92
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