Irvine & Roberts Wadenswil Block Pinot Noir, Rogue Valley, USA 2020 Chateau Fontenil A sinuous line of tannins

A sinuous line of tannins runs through this structured wine

we discover a well-structured wine with a lot of richness

Intense yeasty autolysis with crackers

Based on the 2019 vintage with 53% reserve wine

and maraschino cherries while being intensely layered with baking spices of clove

Irvine & Roberts Wadenswil Block Pinot Noir, Rogue Valley, USA 2020 Chateau Fontenil A sinuous line of tanninsWith humble beginnings, the Wdenswil clone was originally selected by the Swiss Federal Research Center for its ability to ripen in cold climates, but has developed a cult like following for the intense spice aromas that it is able to achieve. The Wdenswil Pinot Noir clone thrives on our high elevation site, which is evident in the vintage that explodes with quintessential spice notes, followed by dark notes of kola nut, plum, and blueberry pie. In a