2005 Bethel Heights Reserve Pinot noirs
Casteel Reserve, Flat Block, Southeast Block, Seven Springs, Justice, Estate
Last call on 2004 Bethel Heights Estate, 2005 Eola-Amity Hills
from Avalon Wine

No doubt about it: Bethel Heights is sitting on some of our favorite—and some of the finest—Oregon Pinots from the 2005 vintage.  We got a glimpse of the 2005 vintage potential at a tasting many months ago where the ’05 Eola-Amity Hills Cuvee was first shown.  The wine was accessible yet complex, soft yet balanced and concensus was “Wow! We can’t wait for the rest of the ‘05s.”

Each time we taste a Bethel Heights wine, from Pinot Noir to Pinot Gris and Chardonnay, we're reminded of Marcus's visit to the winery.  Bethel Heights became an instant favorite of his, and when you taste the 2005 Pinots you’ll see why.

The 2005 Vineyard and Block designate Pinots were made in tiny quantities, so they are only available in the packs described below.  Order as much as you like of the 2005 Estate Grown—for $30, it is the shining star of the vintage. We're also offering a last chance to buy the 2004 Estate Pinot noir, and the 2005 Eola-Amity Hill 2005, excellent wines from both price and quality standpoints.

The Wines

2005 Estate $29.75/$26.77
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.  This is the steal of the 2005 Bethel Heights Pinots.  Luscious and supple for a younger wine, a nice dollop of sweet raspberry, black cherry and blueberry is complemented by earth, nutmeg and cinnamon on the finish.  Beautifully focused and balanced, the 2005 Estate Grown Pinot is an outstanding value in Oregon wine.  When I tasted it at the winery, I HAD to have a bottle with dinner that night! -Marcus

2005 Flat Block $39.85/$35.87
I wrote two words at the end of my notes on this wine: “purity” and “finish.” The Flat Block, which is 100% Pommard clone Pinot, features a lovely core of cherry and raspberry, with strawberry and dark cherry accents The finish just sails. -Marcus

2005 Southeast Block $39.85/$35.87
A bigger, darker Pinot with hints of pepper spice that carry through from aroma to finish.  Lots of fresh blueberry and notes of blueberry syrup mix with dark berry to provide a superb base note.  Bethel Heights’ Southeast Block is 29 years old—some of the oldest Pinot vines in Oregon. -Marcus

2005 Casteel Reserve $49.75/$44.77
2004 vintage received 93 points from Wine Spectator.
The blockbuster Bethel Heights wine.  Raspberry, black cherry, currant and pie spice waft from the glass.  This is a wine of great depth, with a silky mouthfeel and an expansive finish.  It’s hard to believe there’s 50% new oak—it’s so well integrated. -Marcus

2005 Seven Springs Vineyard $49.75/$44.77
Loads of creamy red and black fruit—mostly black cherry, darker raspberry, with whispers of blue and black berry.  At first the wine is focused on the front of your palate but then the flavors and finish begin to evolve.  The Seven Springs needs a little more time, but it’s delicious. -Marcus

2005 Justice Vineyard $39.85/$35.87
Lush aromas of raspberry, pomegranate, dusty red cherry. Round and supple with cherry- raspberry flavors and a hint of mocha. Firm mid palate acidity provides balance and length. Ripe fine-grained tannins round out the wine. - the winery

LAST CALL FOR TWO GREAT VALUE BETHEL PINOTS

Bethel Heights Pinot noir 05
Eola-Amity Hills $24.95/22.45
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED BY AVALON
Bethel Heights' most youthfully attractive Bethel Heights Pinot yet! Beautiful aromas of red fruit and warm cinnamon - almost like cutting into a fresh-out-of-the-oven cherry/raspberry pie. Don’t get the wrong idea—it’s not just about yummy fruit. The elegant texture dances the Pinot noir waltz. A serious crowd-pleaser from an Oregon wine institution.

Bethel Heights Pinot Noir 04
Estate $29.75/$26.77
This is a rich, powerful wine with a nose of black fruits and earth, with black currant, blackberry and black cherry dominating. There is a hint of mint and oak spice in the
background. Entry is sweet and round, fine tannins broaden the wine on the palate, and good acid balance carries the wine to a long finish. Ageworthy. - the winery

THE RESERVE 05 DEALS

Bethel Heights 2005 Pinot noir
Reserve & Estate Case $379.90
Save $49.00 from $428.90 retail

you get 12 bottles:
1 Bethel Heights Flat Block Pinot noir 05 $39.95
1 Bethel Heights Southeast Block Pinot noir 05 $39.95
1 Bethel Heights Seven Springs Pinot noir 05 $49.75
1 Bethel Heights Casteel Reserve Pinot noir 05 $49.75
1 Bethel Heights Justice Vineyard Pinot noir 05 $39.95
7 Bethel Heights Estate Pinot noir 05 $29.75

Bethel Heights 2005 Pinot noir
Reserve Six Pack $234.95
Save $14.05 from $236.55 retail

you get 6 bottles:
1 Bethel Heights Flat Block Pinot noir 05 $39.95
1 Bethel Heights Southeast Block Pinot noir 05 $39.95
1 Bethel Heights Seven Springs Pinot noir 05 $49.75
1 Bethel Heights Casteel Reserve Pinot noir 05 $49.75
1 Bethel Heights Justice Vineyard Pinot noir 05 $39.95
1 Bethel Heights Estate Pinot noir 05 $29.75

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