Automne Tardif

2022 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

The Lingua Franca Automne Tardif is an expressive Pinot Noir from the renowned Willamette Valley in Oregon. This 2022 vintage red wine exudes a harmonious blend of flavors that showcase the unique terroir of the region. With a medium body, vibrant acidity, prominent fruit intensity, gentle tannins, and a dry finish, this wine is a true reflection of the cool climate and diverse soils that make the Willamette Valley a prime location for producing exceptional Pinot Noir wines.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Earth

Flavor profile:

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Pairs well with:

Roasted Duck, Pork Shoulder, Black Cherry Glazed Duck

Region:

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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