2023 J.K. Carriere ‘Provocateur’ Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Low Inventory He took over the winery

He took over the winery in 1994 at just 24 years old

blueberry skin

he completed the first harvest of wine to be bottled under his own label

The medium-bodied mouthfeel is smooth and refined

which echo the wine’s savory characteristics

2023 J.K. Carriere ‘Provocateur’ Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Low Inventory He took over the wineryTaste: In the glass, this is a deep ruby hue. The nose is effusive, leading with broad notes of passionfruit, cherry, cranberry, and orange zest, layered over fennel, sweet spice, and a hint of cinnamon red hots. On the palate, the attack is substantial and saline, with candied cherry, orange, smoke, jerky, and anise driving through. Pairing: To consider pairing this, it's helpful to approach it as you would a classic Oregon Pinot Noir a wine defined