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Wine Spectator Scores, December 31st, 2009

ILLAHE Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2006
89 Points

“Polished, focused and distinctive for the rose petal and chamomile tea accents to the plump core of currant, cherry and spice flavors. The finish holds together easily. Drink now through 2014. 475 cases made.” –HS

ILLAHE Pinot Noir Willamette Valley 2007
88 Points

“Light and spicy, with pretty raspberry and cinnamon flavors, lingering against refined tannins. Drink now through 2012. 1,300 cases made”. –HS

Wine Enthusiast Scores- December 17th, 2009

Illahe 2007 Pinot Noir
89 Points

“Forward and surprisingly fruity, this has a pleasing sweetness to the cherry and raspberry-flavored fruit. It’s round and ripe, very nicely balanced, and supported with bracing acidity. A remarkable effort for the vintage and the price.” – P.G. (12/15/2009)

Illahe 2007 Reserve Pinot Noir
89 Points

“A barrel selection, this was given 45% new oak, and surprisingly is listed at slightly lower alcohol than the regular 2007 Pinot Noir from Illahe. It does show a bit more new oak flavor and less forward fruit. Balanced and sound, it is a fine companion to the regular bottling.” – P.G. (12/15/2009)

Illahe 2008 Pinot Gris
88-Best Buy

“Fresh and spicy, this has classic Oregon Pinot Gris pear-flavored fruit. It’s lifted by natural acids and highlighted with not-too-sweet baking spice.” – P.G. (12/15/2009)

Links:

Illahe Pinot Noir’s recieve Excellents from Wine Press Northwest: http://www.winepressnw.com/winter09/story/3991.html

Net Green News: Illahe and Sustainable Farming
http://netgreennews.com/illahe-vineyards-deliciously-sustainable-wine

Distributors:

Colorado- CTS Distributing, Inc. - (303) 393-7393

DC- Potomac Selections – (301) 583-8844

Idaho- Idaho Wine Merchants – (208) 345-7510

Illinois- Von Beaumont Distributing – (630) 963-6148

Iowa- Dimitri Wine and Spirits – (563) 322-1411

Maryland- Potomac Selections – (301) 583-8844

Massachusetts- Oz Wine Company – (978) 686-5262

Minnesota – Pat Kerns Wine Merchants – (763) 478 9520

New Hampshire- Vinextra – (603) 59-5432

New York- Encore Wine Imports – (315) 447-1021

North Carolina- Fine Wine Trading Company- (704) 504-1744

Oregon- Self Distributed. Contact Bethany Williams- (503)415-0067

Virginia- Potomac Selections – (301) 583-8844

Washington-Triage Wines - (206) 883-0543