{"title":"Iota Pelos Sandberg","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"iota-pelos-sandberg-vineyard-pinot-noir-2009","title":"Iota Pelos Sandberg Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIota Pelos Sandberg Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009\u003c\/strong\u003e is a single-vineyard, estate-grown Oregon Pinot Noir from the Eola-Amity Hills AVA, bottled in a standard 750ml format. This library-aged release earned 92 points from Wine Spectator, which praised its focus, elegance, and aging potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir  |  Origin: Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon  |  Vintage: 2009  |  Winery: iOTA Cellars\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eiOTA Cellars is the estate project of Don and Johanna Sandberg, who farm the Sandberg Vineyard in Oregon's Eola-Amity Hills AVA. The vineyard is planted to all four major Pinot Noir clones used in the region — Pommard, Wädenswil, Dijon 777, and Dijon 667 — providing a broad palette of fruit character and structural complexity. The 2009 vintage spent 10 months in 45% new French oak barrels and was bottled without fining or filtration, preserving the full expression of site and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with earthy minerals and evolves into layers of cinnamon, clove, and vanillin. Assorted red fruits — particularly raspberry — round out the bouquet with a ripe but restrained character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Focused raspberry fruit dominates the entry, quickly joined by flashes of black pepper at mid-palate. A granite-like minerality runs beneath the fruit, giving the wine a pronounced sense of terroir. The structure is tight and refined, balancing force with elegance in a way that speaks to the Eola-Amity Hills' volcanic soils and cool-climate conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish carries notable length, with lingering mineral, spice, and red-fruit notes that slowly fade. A fine-grained texture persists, leaving a dry and precise impression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Pelos Sandberg\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt over a decade of age, this Pinot Noir is best enjoyed neat in a large-bowled Burgundy glass at cellar temperature (55–60°F) to allow its evolved aromatics full expression. A brief 30-minute decant can help open secondary and tertiary notes. This is a wine built for contemplation rather than cocktails — its complexity and age reward patient, focused sipping alongside food.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting an Oregon wine collector who values aged single-vineyard bottlings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a vertical tasting of Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir vintages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePairing with a special dinner featuring roasted duck or wild mushroom dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding a library-vintage Oregon Pinot Noir to a cellar collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Pelos Sandberg 2009 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e This wine leads with focused raspberry fruit accented by black pepper and underpinned by a distinctive granite-like minerality. Earthy minerals, cinnamon, clove, and vanillin add complexity on the nose and palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Pelos Sandberg compare to Bethel Heights Pinot Noir?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are estate-grown Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noirs that emphasize site-specific character and volcanic-soil minerality. The iOTA bottling distinguishes itself through its use of four different Pinot Noir clones and its unfiltered, unfined production approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pelos Sandberg 2009 good for sipping neat?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — Wine Spectator awarded it 92 points and noted its elegance and excellent aging potential, making it a strong candidate for thoughtful, unadorned sipping. A slight chill and brief decant will bring out its full range of secondary aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Pelos Sandberg made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pelos Sandberg Vineyard Pinot Noir is produced by iOTA Cellars from estate-grown fruit in the Eola-Amity Hills AVA, a sub-appellation within Oregon's Willamette Valley known for its volcanic Jory and Nekia soils and cool, wind-influenced climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Pelos Sandberg 2009?\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted duck breast works beautifully, as the wine's red-fruit core and earthy minerality complement rich poultry. Wild mushroom risotto echoes its forest-floor aromatics. Grilled salmon bridges the wine's fruit and spice notes. Aged Gruyère or Comté highlight the clove and vanillin nuances. Herb-crusted rack of lamb provides a classic Pinot Noir pairing anchored by the wine's peppery spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Pelos Sandberg come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Iota Pelos Sandberg Vineyard Pinot Noir 2009 is available in the standard 750ml bottle format.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pelos Sandberg 2009 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e With a 92-point Wine Spectator score, estate-grown fruit from a respected Eola-Amity Hills site, and over a decade of bottle age, this wine positions as a small-production, premium Oregon Pinot Noir that delivers considerable complexity and provenance for its tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Pelos Sandberg 2009?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 92-point Wine Spectator rating places this wine among the better-reviewed Oregon Pinot Noirs of its vintage. Its production from all four major clones — Pommard, Wädenswil, Dijon 777, and 667 — planted on a single estate in the Eola-Amity Hills gives it a layered complexity that mono-clone bottlings rarely achieve. Bottling without fining or filtration was a deliberate choice to preserve that complexity intact. For anyone seeking an aged, estate-driven Oregon Pinot Noir with critical validation and transparent winemaking, the 2009 Pelos Sandberg stands as a compelling bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Iota Pelos Sandberg","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837494259881,"sku":"24442","price":37.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/Iota-Pelos-Sandberg-Vineyard-Pinot-Noir-2009__72097.jpg?v=1730484383"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/iota-pelos-sandberg.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}