2023 J.K. Carriere ‘Provocateur’ Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Low Inventory The medium-bodied mouthfeel is smooth

The medium-bodied mouthfeel is smooth and refined

followed by hints of Mediterranean scrub

Lignier's 2022 Chambolle-Musigny Vieilles Vignes offers up aromas of dark berries

He took over the winery in 1994 at just 24 years old

he has developed a cult following for his Champagnes

2023 J.K. Carriere ‘Provocateur’ Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Low Inventory The medium-bodied mouthfeel is smoothTaste: In the glass, this is a deep ruby hue. The nose is effusive, leading with broad notes of passionfruit, cherry, cranberry, and orange zest, layered over fennel, sweet spice, and a hint of cinnamon red hots. On the palate, the attack is substantial and saline, with candied cherry, orange, smoke, jerky, and anise driving through. Pairing: To consider pairing this, it's helpful to approach it as you would a classic Oregon Pinot Noir a wine defined