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2017 Hundred Suns Bednarik Pinot Noir Review

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A.J. Weinzettel· Wine journalist & podcaster
2017 Hundred Suns Bednarik Pinot Noir Review
Vintage: 2017Pinot NoirWillamette Valley, Oregon

Tasting Notes

The leaves on my wisteria are fading from a vibrant green to a soft yellow. The littering of leaves in my backyard is starting to take shape. What is all of this? I am not ready for the F word whatsoever. Summer is still here, and I refuse to think my mornings on the back deck are coming to a close, even though I adorned a hoodie this morning to stay warm. Coping with the changes of the season and the F word, tonight was all about reaching for a bottle I knew beyond a shadow of a doubt would bring warmth and light to my day. I purchased the 2017 Hundred Suns Bednarik Pinot Noir at an online auction during Covid. Tonight, for some reason, it felt appropriate to pop the cork. Over the years, I have barely gotten to know Renee and Grant, but I do know they are out-of-this-world, down-to-earth human beings. Grant took a solid hour to talk with me about the Bednarik vineyard. One day, I will get out to experience this fantastic place. For the wine, what does one say about a fantastic wine made by amazing people who work their ever-loving patootskis off to bring a wine you know you can count on to blow your socks off? So, please excuse me as I sit here for the next 30 minutes enjoying a glass before I have to play ballet limo service. 👇 👇 👇 👇 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 Trying to keep up with the events happening in Wine Country can be a full-time job. Would you enjoy an email on the 1st and 15th of every month giving you a list of activities occurring? Well, look no further than the link in my bio to sign up for my Events Newsletter 🥂 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 🍷 🗓 🍷

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A.J. Weinzettel

Wine journalist and podcaster dedicated to discovering the hidden gems of Oregon wine country. Every week, A.J. brings you inside the Willamette Valley — winemaker interviews, tasting notes, and stories you won't find anywhere else.

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