2019 St. Innocent Pinot Noir 'Momtazi Vineyard'

100% certified biodynamic Pinot Noir from this site 7 miles west of McMinville. 100% destemmed, fermented in 4-8 ton stainless steel and Burgundy oak fermenters with no SO2 allowing the fermentation to proceed naturally. After gently pressing and settling the wine aged in French oak barrels, 21% which were new, for 16 months before bottling by gravity without fining. 13.5% alcohol. Momtazi is St. Innocent’s most textural, umami, savory wine. Lovely aromas of spice, smoky earth, and dried black fruit. Quite elegant on the mid palate with the finish blossoming to more floral notes with hints of cocoa powder. Will pair beautifully with winter stews and roasted vegetables. Great with cassoulet and mushroom dishes.

93 points, Vinous. “Dark and brooding, opening with an earthy blend of woodland berries, cedar shavings, wild herbs and cloves. This mixes sweet and sour sensations as ripe red berry fruits sweep across the palate in silken textures, contrasted by a tinge of sour citrus and saline minerals toward the close. It leaves a resonance of violet candies and edgy tannins to linger on, finishing with admirable length and a pleasantly chewy sensation.”- Eric Guido