Bergström Willamette Valley Cumberland Reserve Pinot Noir 2023

A blend of each of Bergström's estate vineyards across Oregon's renowned Willamette Valley, the Cumberland Reserve was named for the Portland street on which winemaker Josh Bergström was raised. An encapsulation of the Bergström style, this is the expression of a unique vintage’s character combined with the perfect marriage of spice, mineral, and fresh fruit flavours.

93/100 - The 2023 Pinot Noir Cumberland Reserve is incredibly fresh, with a bouquet of dusty dried flowers, lavender pastille, nuances of cedary spice and wild blueberries. Ripe wild berry fruits and crisp mineral tones glide across the palate over a layer of pure silk. The finish is long and tense, yet remains remarkably fresh as violet tones resonate over a bed of silken tannins. The Cumberland Reserve represents amazing value. Already enjoyable, it will also excel in the cellar. - Eric Guido, Vinous

94/100 - The 2023 Pinot Noir Cumberland Reserve opens with aromas of raspberry liqueur, mocha, floral perfume, and savory notes of fresh sage. Medium-bodied, it offers ripe, detailed tannins, balanced acidity, and a long finish. While this vintage hints at opulence, the wine remains beautifully balanced and refreshing. It’s a stunning introduction to the vintage and a benchmark for the region as an appellation wine. Drink 2025-2040. - Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com