2023 J.K. Carriere ‘Provocateur’ Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Low Inventory It brings a compelling sense

It brings a compelling sense of intensity and freshness

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

and this will need time to integrate

he completed the first harvest of wine to be bottled under his own label

2023 J.K. Carriere ‘Provocateur’ Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Low Inventory It brings a compelling senseTaste: 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