White Rose Estate
The Neo-Classical Objective Pinot Noir
Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
Some moments are there for you to savor. It was a glorious sunset and we relished every moment of this special wine made by the late Jesus Guillen. Such a gorgeous wine and vintage, the 2012 White Rose ‘The Neoclassical Objective’ Pinot Noir (WWB, 93) is now very gradually evolving towards tertiary black truffle and forest floor tones. At the forefront remains beautiful amalgamation of red and dark fruits, with bright acidity and lighter citrus rind tones. The combination of freshness and texture is truly outstanding, as light tannins line the core of fruits, with a touch of clove and exotic spice. With excellent length, this beautiful wine has a long life ahead of it despite being eight years of age. Drink 2020-2032- 93
Some moments are there for you to savor. It was a glorious sunset and we relished every moment of this special wine made by the late Jesus Guillen. Such a gorgeous wine and vintage, the 2012 White Rose ‘The Neoclassical Objective’ Pinot Noir (WWB, 93) is now very gradually evolving towards tertiary black truffle and forest floor tones. At the forefront remains beautiful amalgamation of red and dark fruits, with bright acidity and lighter citrus rind tones. The combination of freshness and texture is truly outstanding, as light tannins line the core of fruits, with a touch of clove and exotic spice. With excellent length, this beautiful wine has a long life ahead of it despite being eight years of age. Drink 2020-2032- 93
1 person found it helpfulMay 31st, 2020
A fun wine- all whole cluster and decidedly funky in that way. Also very grapey. #atechnicalterm
A fun wine- all whole cluster and decidedly funky in that way. Also very grapey. #atechnicalterm
1 person found it helpfulMay 1st, 2015
Nothing spectacular anymore. Fruit almost gone but at 2012 expected despite controlled storage - sad!
Nothing spectacular anymore. Fruit almost gone but at 2012 expected despite controlled storage - sad!
Oct 4th, 2017May have opened this one far too soon (running low on options with the holidays winding down!), but it still possessed some lovely whole-cluster funk on the nose, balanced weight on the palate, and a decidedly fruity and rewarding finish. With more time to evolve in bottle, this will be a classic.
May have opened this one far too soon (running low on options with the holidays winding down!), but it still possessed some lovely whole-cluster funk on the nose, balanced weight on the palate, and a decidedly fruity and rewarding finish. With more time to evolve in bottle, this will be a classic.
Jan 1st, 2016
Very nice balance of flavors. Much more of a traditional Pinot Noir.
Very nice balance of flavors. Much more of a traditional Pinot Noir.
Jun 8th, 2015
A "bold" Pinot that paired very well with shredded beef--and even better with a fresh cherry tart! A little tannic but very enjoyable with food.
A "bold" Pinot that paired very well with shredded beef--and even better with a fresh cherry tart! A little tannic but very enjoyable with food.
May 25th, 2015