J. Christopher "Lia's Vineyard" Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir 2012 (1.5-Liter)

Wine Enthusiast : 94 Points

(6/1/2015) This is introduced by scents of rose and cherry blossoms, with a hint of butterscotch. Once tasted it's a lush, forward, sweetly appealing wine with the impressive fruit concentration of the 2012 vintage, underscored with a layer of mineral. It's delicious already, but destined to improve. Drink some now, and put away some to taste between 2018 and 2025.

Vinous - Josh Raynolds : 92 Points

(8/2015) Bright ruby. Vibrant raspberry and candied rose scents are complemented by suggestions of spicecake and smoky minerals. Fresh and nervy on the palate, with sappy black raspberry and bitter cherry flavors fleshing out and turner sweeter with air. Finishes spicy and very long, framed by silky, harmonious tannins.