This special wine was developed years ago by our late winemaker, Forrest Klaffke. Founder Jim Bernau loved to end his winery tours with a tasting of this wine from the barrel, but Forrest complained that he was giving away too much of this precious, limited-production wine. In an attempt to deter Jim, Forrest locked the Pinot Noir Port barrels away and wore the key around his neck. The day before his passing, he gave the key to Jim. Since then, we have continued to make this wine according to Forrest's methods and bottle it with the vintage label design.

On the Nose: Deep garnet in the glass, warm aromas of cooked fruit and barrel spice give way to dried plum, fig and cigarbox.

On the Palate: The palate reveals layers of black currant, cooked cherry and butterscotch with a touch of tobacco. Sweet, round and low in acidity, this Port-style wine shines as both an aperitif and digestif. Drink now or age for up to ten years.

Food Pairings: Pairs best with classic cheeses, Stilton or other blue cheese, slightly sweet desserts and chocolates like bitter chocolate torte.

Our experienced winery Ambassadors are here to assist you! Call the winery at (503) 588-9463 and ask to speak with an Ambassador about delaying the shipment of your order, winery pickup, temperature-controlled shipping during extreme heat and other questions you may have about your order.

This wine can be shipped to all U.S. states except IN, ME, MO, MS, NH, NJ, RI, SC, UT, VT and WV; limitations apply to AL, DE, LA and WY.