Carlton Hill
Carlton Hill produces Pinot Noir in Oregon's Yamhill-Carlton District, a subregion of the Willamette Valley known for cool-climate elegance and structured reds. The winery's portfolio centers on estate-grown fruit, with three expressions of Pinot Noir: the Estate Reserve, Estate, and Tournament Reserve Estate bottlings. Each reflects the district's signature character—bright acidity, silky tannins, and the mineral precision that defines Willamette Valley Pinot Noir. Wine Enthusiast has rated the Estate Reserve Pinot Noir at 91.5 points, the Estate Pinot Noir at 90.2, and the Tournament Reserve Estate Pinot Noir at 90.0. The focus on single varietal, estate-sourced Pinot Noir underscores a commitment to the region's primary expression.
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Wine Enthusiast