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Beaux Frères

There’s a lot to like about the 2021s from Beaux Frères. I had the opportunity to taste through this portfolio multiple times while in Oregon and even follow some of the wines over the course of twenty-four hours. While most will require cellaring to show their best, the balance and complexity within are spellbinding. My tasting with Mikey Etzel put the longevity of these wines into perspective, as we tasted a 2010 The Beaux Frères Vineyard Pinot Noir next to the 2021. Another considerable standout was The Belles Sœurs, which Etzel sees as his more approachable Pinot Noir. The wine succeeds at being very likable, but that’s not to say that it’s simple or fruity. Instead, it’s a dynamic Pinot that energizes the palate even as it bombards the senses with layers of complexity. The Upper Terrace Pinot Noir is the most youthfully brooding effort and likely has the most potential. As for Sequitur Pinot Noir, a vineyard planted by Mike Etzel that runs like a continuation of The Upper Terrace, only time will tell what its dark depths may one day reveal. Beaux Frères comfortably remains one of the icons of the region.

From Sitting Pretty: Oregon's New Release Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Beyond (Jan 2024) by Eric Guido

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2021 Chardonnay Willamette Valley

Release Price: $90

Color: White

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