The 2005 Pinot Noir “Quarter Mile Lane Vineyard” seems to have reductive issues. There was a funky element to the aromatics but otherwise the wine showed well. 2005’s distinctive traits make themselves known but the tannins are integrated and there is enough fruit for balance. Drink this wine over the next 6 years. Perhaps I caught a bottle that was not performing to its full potential. Adelsheim Vineyard was founded in 1971 and the winery’s first vintage was in 1978. David Adelsheim remains in charge as the winery has expanded into a new winery and planted more vineyard in the Chehalem Mountain AVA. In addition to Pinot Noir, the winery produces a bevy of quality white wines worthy of consumer attention. Tel: (503) 538-3652; www.adelsheim.com. Also tasted: 2006 Pinot Gris (86), 2006 Auxerrois (85), 2006 Chardonnay CH (85), 2006 Pinot Blanc (89), 2006 TF (86), 2005 Chardonnay”Caitlin’s Reserve” (90), 2006 Rose of Pinot Noir (89)

Impressive for its balance of ripe plum and guava aromas and flavors against an open texture, which gets just enough support from fine tannins and lacy acidity to let everything persist on the finish. A nicely formed, harmonious wine that should develop well. Best from 2008 through 2015. 141 cases made.??–HS??Region: Oregon / Willamette Valley / Chehalem Mountains Select to Add