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Archery Summit / Arcus Estate

2011 Dundee Hills Pinot Noir

The Vintner's Select Archery Summit from the esteemed Arcus Estate is a captivating red wine that beautifully showcases the elegance of Pinot Noir. Hailing from the renowned Dundee Hills region, this 2011 vintage presents a luscious and harmonious experience. The body is medium, allowing the wine to deliver a delightful richness without overwhelming the palate. Its acidity is bright and lively, providing a refreshing counterpoint to the layered flavors. The fruit intensity is prominent, showcasing notes of ripe cherry and berry that interlace perfectly with subtle earthy undertones. Tannins are well-structured yet smooth, contributing to a velvety mouthfeel that enhances its approachability. This wine is impeccably dry, making it an excellent companion for a variety of culinary delights. Overall, the Vintner's Select Archery Summit stands as a remarkable testament to the quality and character that defines Pinot Noir from the Dundee Hills.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Region:


Willamette Valley
Willamette Valley

The Willamette Valley is understandably most often associated with Pinot Noir. The cool-climate region has a unique relationship to this most delicate (and temperamental!) red wine grape. Lying on the same latitude as Burgundy in France, the Willamette Valley enjoys the perfect balance of sunshine and rain, proximity to the Pacific Ocean and protection on either side by the Coast Range and the Cascade Mountains. Along its 100 miles, the Willamette Valley boasts many distinct terroirs, so among its many brightly fruity, elegantly structured and blissfully fragrant Pinots, you'll also find exceptional Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Riesling.

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