thomas matthews' blog

Aging Oregon: Examining Pinot Noir

Tasting the state’s signature variety back to 1979
Posted: Sep 27, 2010 11:00am ET

Earlier in September I had the opportunity to taste older wines from Oregon, presented by Harry Peterson-Nedry of Chehalem and Rollin Soles of Argyle. I don't have the experience to put Oregon's wines in context with Burgundy's, or California's, especially not when it comes to older vintages. But like most wine lovers, I am fascinated by Pinot Noir, and I jumped at the chance to explore its history in Oregon.

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