The 2009 Pinot Noir was sourced from older vines. It is a multi-regional blend displaying exotic spices, underbrush, cedar, lilacs, and assorted black fruits that titillate the nose. This sets the stage for a velvety-textured, dense, succulent wine that exhibits exceptional balance and a lengthy finish. It has enough structure to evolve for 1-2 years and will provide enjoyment from 2012 to 2021. Eric Hamacher is a founding member of ORCHA, the Oregon Chardonnay Alliance, a group who believes that Willamette Valley is capable of making world class Chardonnay.Tel. (503) 852-7200; www.hamacherwines.com