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Evesham Wood

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$39.55
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Review:

Jaw-droppingly awesome. I can't put in print what I texted Erin upon first taste. This truly is an amplified version of Le Puits Sec, but it goes even further. Expressive, expansive, rounded, multi-dimensional. Crushed cherries, violets, woodspice and white pepper segue into a spectrum of red and black fruits with a beautifully developed texture. The finish coats your palate while staying vibrant and energetic, lingering with delectable fruit and subtle dried herbs. I highly recommend it - big-time! - Marcus

Winemaker Erin Nuccio compares this to his Le Puits Sec pinot calling it "the amplified version. It's up a notch and more structured. It's ageable but shows great now." While the percentage of new oak was the highest of all the 2010 pinots, he told us "the wood integrated nicely and is noticeable on the nose, but in a good way."

2009 Vintage Tasting Notes

Opens with a nose of classic Burgundy - compelling and complex, multi-layered and detailed. An amazing swirl of tension between elegant fruit and fresh turned earth and herbs. Made from the best six barrels of Pinot from the vintage, a scant 120 cases. - Jean

For years, Cuvee "J" has been one of those truly cult wines - a must-have passionate Oregon Pinot noir collectors. It is released and sells out in a few days. Part of the foundation of my cellar, I've been collecting it since 1996. Cuvee "J" usually needs cellaring - it's subtle, refined, mysterious, ever changing, and unforgettable. - Jean

Cuvée J continues to be a 6 barrel selection exclusively from Le Puits Sec Vineyard. Somewhat in contrast to many 2009's the Cuvée J is quite tight and restrained at first, opening up on day 2 with plum and violet notes dominating. It was barrelled in 40% new French oak, contributing a spicy character. Time in bottle is needed for the wine to fully develop. - Erin

2008 Vintage Tasting Notes

Evesham Wood Pinot Noir "Cuvee J" 08 - Evesham's most anticipated, smallest production Pinot, and their hardest to get wine.

Darker and burlier than Le Puits Sec, the vineyard's amazingly elegant creaminess shines through in the 08 Cuvee J. Packed with dark berry and black cherry fruit, the J adds crushed lavender, purple flowers and Asian spices to the deep mix. It was stunning with our dinner of pan-seared Cattail Creek Farms lamb chops, delicata squash, and a grape tomato-sherry salsa. - Marcus

2007 Vintage

Evesham Wood Pinot Noir "Cuvee J" 07 - Russ Raney's top Pinot noir each year, this wine is created with two main sources of inspiration and advice: two of Burgundy's top small producers: the legendary Henri Jayer (Vosne-Romanee), and Michel Niellon (Chassagne-Montrachet). Released November, 2009.

Russ makes very little of this wine, his best, and its subtle complexity and evocative scent and flavors improve for 8-12 years with cellaring. Call to order.