Domaine Drouhin Cuvee Louise Pinot Noir Oregon - 2004 (750ml) Zweigelt barrel finished bourbon is not

barrel finished bourbon is not something the company has dabbled much with on the consumer level

Complex aromatics of scorched earth

The richness on the pallet coats the mouth as warm butterscotch mingles with soft fruit and smoke that finishes incredibly long with sweet tobacco and spice

medium-bodied spirit with accent of black pepper and hints of anise and toasted oak

mint and minerals wrap around the silky

Domaine Drouhin Cuvee Louise Pinot Noir Oregon - 2004 (750ml) Zweigelt barrel finished bourbon is notBright ruby red. Expressive, floral accented aromas of candied raspberry, cherry cola, five spice powder and herbs. Juicy and broad on entry, then tighter in the middle, offering energetic red and dark berry flavors that turn spicier on the back half. Finishes sappy and very long, leaving cola and cherry notes behind. Seems a bit primary now but I suspect that this will be drinking well by its fifth birthday. Josh Raynolds Vinous 92 points