J. Christopher Pinot Noir Nuages 2011 Bottle:1 The begins with a succulent

The  begins with a succulent and distinctively Italian aroma of dark fruit and lots of spice along with dried herbs and touches of leather

Crisp and refined on the palate with flavors of Meyer lemon

Deep red in color

It is rich in style

J. Christopher Pinot Noir Nuages 2011 Bottle:1 The begins with a succulentThe Nuages Pinot Noir is selected from the winery's neighboring vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains AVA. The name "Nuages," which is French for "clouds," pays homage to the moderating influence of Oregon's autumn cloud cover, which slows ripening to allow for the long hang time that creates fully developed flavors. The 2011 Nuages includes barrels from the Adams, Lia's, and Olenik vineyards. It has a graceful power on the palate, with very pure fruit