Arterberry Maresh "Maresh Vineyard" Pinot Noir 2018

One of the first and most historic vineyards in the Dundee Hills.  First planted in 1970 by Jim and Loie Maresh and certainly one of the most sought-after fruit sources in the region, these wines consistently receive the highest praise from critics and Pinot enthusiasts alike. I have been a staunch supporter for years and am happy to see that they still remain true to their original model.  Jim is over 80 and still tends to his vineyards on a daily basis .

The Maresh Vineyard Pinot is the flagship wine from the estate and consistently receives some of the highest praise across all of Oregon. This wine is hard to resist now, but it will have more to offer with some time in bottle.

"The 2018 Pinot Noir Maresh Vineyard has a medium ruby color and is bursting with layers of raspberry, cranberry, pipe tobacco, dried sage and lavender. The medium-bodied palate is silky and supple with concentrated (though still youthfully coiled) flavors and a long, powerful finish. After a couple of hours in the glass, it begins to reveal a deeper, more nuanced perfume, suggesting the 2018 will be best enjoyed after sufficient time in the cellar." Wine Advocate 95