ST. INNOCENT 2021 Pinot Noir 'Freedom Hill' (Willamette Valley, OR)

Freedom Hill Vineyard is located in the foothills of the Coast Range, 10 miles SW of Salem, Oregon. This dark ruby wine begins with rich dark cherry, sweet earth, cocoa, and hint of balsamic. Very broad and rich flavors of dark spice, dried Royal Anne cherries with lip smacking ripe tannins that fill the front of your palate. 

Always my choice for grilled red meats, the flavor profile suggests its usual match with chocolate may be a step up with this vintage. Easily age-worthy for up to 15 years, it is lovely now.