2006 Cristom Mt. Jefferson Cuvee Pinot Noir

When I was sick a few weeks back, some friends of Court came to visit and went to dinner at BONDA. I asked Jamie what they cracked and he paused. He then told me this Cristom is drinking mighty fine. As soon as I got better, I opened a bottle for myself.

Here are my notes:

The nose is pure heaven: oregano, green pepper, ripe red fruit, basil, driftwood, yeasty bread dough with a touch of alcohol.

On the palate, medium tannins, tame fruit, touch of oak with roasted plum.

Not as killer as Jamie would have led me to believe, but definitely drinking well now.

2006 Cristom Pinot Noir Mt. Jefferson Cuvee

This was unecessary to try so young, but I would love to put it on the list at BONDA. At first, it was cold and fruity - totally approachable. Brachish on the nose, with brambleberry and whafts of alcohol. Mild tannins and good acid. We are going to wait another couple of months, but it is almost ready to drink!