Maysara - 'Cyrus' Pinot Noir Momtazi Vineyard (2015)

About this Wine

Moe and Flora Momtazi immigrated to the U.S. from Iran in the 1980s and, on April 1, 1997, purchased what is now the 532-acre Momtazi Vineyard and Maysara Winery. It is located in McMinnville, Oregon, in the McMinnville AVA, about 50 miles southwest of Portland. Their three daughters are all heavily involved in running the operation as winemaker, head of sales, and event manager.

Back in Iran, Moe had learned the value of organic farming and respect for the earth from his grandfather. Those principles remain vital to all aspects of the winemaking process at Maysara. They believe 90 percent of winemaking takes place in the vineyard. They use Demeter Certified Biodynamic winemaking methods, which are low-impact, holistic farming techniques and vineyard management practices.

"Elegant and playful, Cyrus opens the door with cranberry and red plum skin, followed by a lusher black cherry note, inviting you in. Fresh soil and wet slate point to the garden out back, while a hint of black tea and spice begs for the warmth of company to stay for a while." - Winemaker's Notes

"Complex, layered flavors deftly bring lightly earthy components of herb, bark and tea into balance, with ripe (but not too ripe) berry fruit at the core. The wine spent 18 months in 30% new French oak; again, nothing overdone here, just right for added complexity." - 92 points, Paul Gregutt, Wine Enthusiast

Pairs well with Beef, Veal, Venison, Poultry, and Cheese & Charcuterie

The Maysara - 'Cyrus' Pinot Noir Momtazi Vineyard (2015) wine is currently part of the Feeling Festive | Mixed-Hue Wine Collection offered exclusively by WyneTyme.