By Willakenzie Estate
2014 Pierre Leon Pinot Noir

Willakenzie Estate
WillaKenzie is named after the sedimentary soil on which our estate is planted - a tribute to Oregon's two major rivers, the Willamette and the McKenzie, which meet in nearby Eugene. Founded in 1992 and located in Yamhill-Carlton, our picturesque, 420-acre estate is deeply rooted in the heart of Oregon's wine country. As the first LIVE certified winery in the Northwest, stewardship of the land and preservation of the diversity of our local ecosystem are at the forefront of our vineyard management and winemaking. WillaKenzie Estate features the most clonal diversity in the Willamette Valley, with over 11 different clones of Pinot planted - enabling blend complexity and texture. Our Pinot Noirs, Chardonnays, and Pinot Gris showcase the elegance of the Willamette Valley AVA we call home.

Yamhill-Carlton, Willamette Valley
Located in northwestern Oregon, the Willamette Valley is one of the world's leading winegrowing regions with a specific focus on cool-climate viticulture. Long, dry summers at a moderate temperature, well-drained and porous soils, and exposed hillsides make the Willamette Valley ideal for growing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Gris - the region's most prominent varietals. WillaKenzie Estate is located within the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, a sub-appellation in the northern Willamette Valley. Yamhill-Carlton is known for producing Pinot Noirs of great depth and intensity, and this wine is a true reflection of its origin.

Tasting Notes
The Pierre Leon Pinot Noir was sourced from select blocks on the WillaKenzie Estate. This wine is dark garnet in color with plums, spice, anise, and hints of oak and leather on the nose. The smooth mouthfeel begins with a touch of sweetness and gives way to flavors of vanilla, brandied cherries, and blueberry compote. This wine has balanced acidity and refined tannins and will age nicely for up to a decade.

Wine Details
Composition: 100% Pinot Noir
Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton, Willamette Valley
Winemaking: Aged 13 months in French oak barrels. 20 days of skin contact. Five months of malolactic fermentation.
Alcohol: 14.20%
pH: 4.6
Total Acidity: 3.75 g/l
[Information provided by Matador Vino]

WILLAKENZIE ESTATE Pinot Noir 'Pierre Leon' 2014
Points: 94
Report Date: November, 2016
Suggested Price: $55
Drinking Window: 2016-2026
Producer: WillaKenzie Estate
Country: United States
Region: Oregon
Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton
An absolutely gorgeous bottling, the 2014 WillaKenzie Estate 'Pierre Leon' impresses with its earthy terroir and dark fruit flavors. Initially slightly more reticent on the nose than some of the other new releases from this estate, this Pinot Noir has intoxicating aromatics of Shitake mushroom, forest floor, black cherry, wild blackberry, and smoky accents. There are rich flavors of black cherry, black truffle, black plum, anise, and spicebox accents. This has a lingering finish that coats the mid-palate. The mouthfeel and viscosity are excellent, as is its dazzling minerality. Be sure to give this beautiful wine some air contact if approaching now. (Best 2016-2026) - November, 2016 (OB)

WILLAKENZIE ESTATE PINOT NOIR YAMHILL-CARLTON PIERRE LEON 2014
Wednesday, November 2, 2016
Country: United States
Region: Oregon
Vintage: 2014
Score: 92
Aromas of violets, blueberries, and raspberries follow through to a medium to full body, lightly chewy tannins, and a flavorful finish. Needs a year or two to soften.

WILLAKENZIE Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton District Pierre Leon 2014
Score: 91
Country: United States
Region: Oregon
Issue: Feb 28, 2017
Firm, sleek and focused, layering currant, blueberry and cream flavors with hints of pepper and cedar. Finishes with point and length. Best from 2018 through 2022.
-HS

WillaKenzie Estate 2014 Pierre Leon Pinot Noir (Yamhill-Carlton)
Points: 91
Designation: Pierre Leon
Variety: Pinot Noir
Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton, Willamette Valley, Oregon, US
Winery: WillaKenzie Estate
Alcohol: 14.20%
Bottle Size: 750.00 ml
Category: Red
Date Published: 2/1/2017
By Paul Gregutt
This is juicy, almost jammy, with forward flavors of strawberry candy that fill the mouth and hang tight. There's a light hint of pepper around a lingering, clean finish. It's full, forward and fruit-powered.