Introduction:
The 2023 Ayres Perspective Pinot Noir from Ribbon Ridge is a poised, site-driven Oregon Pinot Noir that highlights elegance, transparency, and balance. Crafted by winemaker Tony Rynders, this wine reflects a thoughtful, minimalist approach, allowing Ribbon Ridge’s distinctive terroir to express itself through refined red fruit, savory nuance, and graceful structure.

Terrior:
Ribbon Ridge, one of Oregon’s smallest AVAs, is defined by its ancient marine sedimentary soils of sandstone and siltstone, which naturally limit vigor and yield wines of depth and savory complexity. The region’s cool-climate conditions and moderate elevations preserve acidity and aromatic lift, while the 2023 vintage delivered ripe fruit with excellent balance. Ayres’ careful vineyard sourcing and restrained farming practices emphasize purity and a strong sense of place.

Appearance:
Bright ruby with a translucent core and garnet highlights. Clear and luminous, signaling finesse rather than extraction.

Nose:
Elegant and expressive, offering aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and wild strawberry layered with rose petal, orange peel, and subtle forest floor. Hints of clove, tea leaf, and crushed stone add complexity with air.

Palate:
Medium-bodied with a silky, seamless texture. Juicy red fruit glides across the palate, supported by fine-grained tannins and vibrant acidity. Savory undertones of dried herbs, earth, and gentle spice provide depth while maintaining clarity and restraint.

Finish:
Long, lifted, and refined, with lingering red fruit, floral notes, and a delicate mineral echo. The finish is fresh and harmonious, encouraging another sip.

Food Pairings:

• Meat: Roast duck with cherry glaze; herb-roasted chicken; pork tenderloin with thyme

• Vegetarian: Wild mushroom risotto; beet and goat cheese tart; lentil and herb stew

• Charcuterie Board: Comté; mild chèvre; prosciutto; toasted walnuts

Overall Impression:
Bringing together Ribbon Ridge’s marine-soil terroir, radiant ruby appearance, fragrant red-fruit and floral aromatics, silken and precise palate, and long, mineral-inflected finish, the 2023 Ayres Perspective Pinot Noir is an elegant, terroir-forward wine. It excels with refined, savory dishes and offers both immediate charm and short- to mid-term aging potential.

Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 13.5%
Farming Practices: Sustainable viticulture; low-intervention vineyard sourcing
Producer Name: Ayres Vineyard
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: USA
Region: Ribbon Ridge AVA, Willamette Valley, Oregon
Grape Varietals: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2023
Wine Style: Still red; medium-bodied; elegant; terroir-driven
Winemaking Techniques: Native yeast fermentation; gentle extraction; aging in French oak with modest new oak; minimal intervention
Pack Size: 750 mL
Container Style: Burgundy bottle
Closure Style: Natural cork

Sources:

• Ayres Vineyard producer and cuvée information
• Ribbon Ridge AVA and Willamette Valley viticultural references