Cooper Mountain 'cooper hill' Pinot Noir

Attributes:
Producer:

Cooper Mountain Vineyards
Region:

Willamette Valley, United States
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Acidity:

crisp
Aromas:

floral
Flavors:

blackberry

1998: WineSpectator Rating: 89
Acidity:

bright
Aromas:

floral
Compliments:

stylish
Flavors:

berry, spice

1997: WineSpectator Rating: 82
Body:

light

1996: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Acidity:

soft
Body:

light

1995: WineSpectator Rating: 87
Acidity:

crisp
Compliments:

racy
Flavors:

berry

1995: Tastings Rating: 80
Body:

light-bodied
Complexity:

straightforward
Flavors:

cherry, maraschino
Fruit:

sweet

1994: WineSpectator Rating: 85
Compliments:

fragrant

1993: WineSpectator Rating: 83
Body:

solid
Flavors:

berry

Food Matches:
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Bacon, Ham, Lamb
Vegetables: Roasted Mixed Vegetables

Pinot Noir:

(pee noh nwahr)—A tricky grape to grow, Pinot Noir makes some of the best wines in the world. The prototype wine is red Burgundy from France but Oregon, California, New Zealand, and parts of Australia also produce good Pinot Noir. The wine is lighter in color than Cabernet or Merlot with relatively high alcohol, medium-to-high acidity, and medium-to-low tannin. Its flavors and aromas can be very fruity or earthy and woodsy, depending on how it is grown. It is rarely blended with other grapes.


Willamette Valley:

Stretches from Portland in the north to Eugene in the south. A majority of the Willamette Valley vineyards lie on the foothills of the Coast Range that forms the western edge of the valley.

Belle Vallée Pinot Noir

Attributes:
Producer:

Belle Vallée
Region:

Willamette Valley, United States
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2005: WineSpectator Rating: 91
Complexity:

supple
Flavors:

mineral, raspberry, strawberry, toast

2003: WineSpectator Rating: 86
Acidity:

lively, tart

2002: WineSpectator Rating: 88
Complexity:

rich
Flavors:

blueberry, pepper, plum, spice
Fruit:

ripe

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 86
Complexity:

straightforward
Flavors:

cherries, oak
Fruit:

fruity
Texture:

open

Food Matches:
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Bacon, Ham, Hamburgers
Vegetables: Beans, Green, Leafy Greens

Pinot Noir:

(pee noh nwahr)—A tricky grape to grow, Pinot Noir makes some of the best wines in the world. The prototype wine is red Burgundy from France but Oregon, California, New Zealand, and parts of Australia also produce good Pinot Noir. The wine is lighter in color than Cabernet or Merlot with relatively high alcohol, medium-to-high acidity, and medium-to-low tannin. Its flavors and aromas can be very fruity or earthy and woodsy, depending on how it is grown. It is rarely blended with other grapes.


Willamette Valley:

Stretches from Portland in the north to Eugene in the south. A majority of the Willamette Valley vineyards lie on the foothills of the Coast Range that forms the western edge of the valley.

Domaine Serene 'Evenstad' Reserve Pinot Noir

Attributes:
Producer:

Domaine Serene
Region:

Willamette Valley, United States
Varietal:

Pinot Noir
Bottle Size:

750 ML

2004: WineSpectator Rating: 92
Flavors:

blackberry, currant, plum, spice

2004: CGCW Rating: 86
Acidity:

soft
Flavors:

cherries, cola, tea

2004: Tastings Rating: 91
Acidity:

tangy
Complexity:

deep, supple
Flavors:

berry, cinnamon, citrus, spice, tangerine
Fruit:

concentrated
Texture:

viscous

2003: WineAdvocate Rating: 89
Body:

medium-bodied
Flavors:

black cherry, blackberries, cassis, cherries, fresh herbs, pepper, waxy

2003: Tanzer Rating: 90
Acidity:

bright, fresh, lively
Aromas:

berry aromas
Flavors:

blackberry, raspberry, strawberry
Fruit:

ripe

2003: CGCW Rating: 90
Flavors:

cherries, tomato

2003: WineAndSpirits Rating: 88
Flavors:

earth, red cherry, strawberry
Fruit:

concentrated, fruity, juicy, sweet

2003: Burghound Rating: 89
Complexity:

complex
Compliments:

delicious
Flavors:

oak, spice
Fruit:

austere

Food Matches:
Poultry & Eggs: Coq Au Vin
Red Meat: Bacon, Ham, Hamburgers
Vegetables: Beans, Green, Leafy Greens

Pinot Noir:

(pee noh nwahr)—A tricky grape to grow, Pinot Noir makes some of the best wines in the world. The prototype wine is red Burgundy from France but Oregon, California, New Zealand, and parts of Australia also produce good Pinot Noir. The wine is lighter in color than Cabernet or Merlot with relatively high alcohol, medium-to-high acidity, and medium-to-low tannin. Its flavors and aromas can be very fruity or earthy and woodsy, depending on how it is grown. It is rarely blended with other grapes.


Willamette Valley:

Stretches from Portland in the north to Eugene in the south. A majority of the Willamette Valley vineyards lie on the foothills of the Coast Range that forms the western edge of the valley.

Broccoli Salad

Rated

Ingredients

3 T. prepared mustard
1 head of broccoli
1/2 C. raisins
6 slices crisp bacon
1/4 C. salted peanuts
1/2 C. mayonnaise
1/2 C. sour cream
2 T. sugar

Preparation

Cut broccoli into small pieces and add raisins, bacon, and peanuts. Mix together dressing and stir in broccoli mixture. Refrigerate.

Yield

Serves 4

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 4
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 433 Calories from Fat: 333
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 37.03g
56%  
Carbohydrates 23.2g
7%  
Dietary Fiber 2.51g
10%  
Saturated Fat 8.17g
40%  
Calories 432.94kcal
21%  
Cholesterol 28.88mg
9%  
Protein 6.52g
10%  
Sodium 26.64mg
1%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
2%  
Vitamin A
5%  
Vitamin C
1%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.