Winery - Illahe
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Fresh and spicy, this has classic Oregon Pinot Gris pear-flavored fruit. It’s lifted by natural acids and highlighted with not-too-sweet baking spice.
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Illahe Pinot Gris - 2008
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Forward and surprisingly fruity, this has a pleasing sweetness to the cherry and raspberry-flavored fruit. It’s round and ripe, very nicely balanced, and supported with bracing acidity. A remarkable effort for the vintage and the price.
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Illahe Pinot Noir - 2007
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
A barrel selection, this was given 45% new oak, and surprisingly is listed at slightly lower alcohol than the regular 2007 Pinot Noir from Illahe. It does show a bit more new oak flavor and less forward fruit. Balanced and sound, it is a fine companion to the regular bottling.
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Illahe Pinot Noir - 2007
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Why not an Oregon Grüner? With its nuanced aromas trailing flint and smoke through a core of grapefruit, pineapple and melon, this is a welcome warm weather wine. Just 12.5% alcohol, a solid midpalate and a hint of vanilla cookie in the lingering finish.
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Delightfully aromatic, this evocative, low-alcohol (12.5%) Viognier sends up pungent, piney aromas of citrus peel and flesh. A mix of lemon, orange and grapefruit flavors, smooth and clean, roll into a seamless and satisfying finish.
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Illahe Viognier - 2009
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Fresh and straightforward, this stainless steel-fermented Pinot Gris has simple, pleasant pear fruit flavors, and just a suggestion of caramel running through it. Perfectly suited for every day quaffing.
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Illahe Pinot Gris - 2009
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* Expert NoteJanuary 12, 2012
Here is an affordably priced Oregon Pinot that nonetheless spent 15 months in French oak, 20% new. This brings sappy varietal fruit flavors of cherry and raspberry, with a lick of caramel, presumably from the barrel aging. A great choice for near-term drinking.
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Illahe Pinot Noir - 2008
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