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Culinary Wine

Applegate Valley Barbera

Schmidt Family Vineyards Culinary Wine is a delightful Barbera crafted in the picturesque Applegate Valley. This full-bodied red wine showcases a vibrant crimson hue that promises an exciting tasting experience. Its high acidity gives the wine a refreshing lift, while the prominent fruit intensity bursts with flavors of ripe cherries and luscious plums, making it incredibly food-friendly. The tannins are soft and supple, providing a smooth mouthfeel that complements the wine's fruit-forward profile. Enjoy this versatile wine with a variety of dishes, as it truly shines as a culinary companion, enhancing every meal with its vibrant character.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Plum

Plum

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Region:


Oregon
Oregon

With its rugged landscape and cool Pacific climate, Oregon is one of the world's great modern Pinot Noir regions. The Willamette Valley produces an impressive array of styles across its six AVAs, from fragrantly fruity to lush and complex. This is thanks to a range of terroirs that are eerily similar to Burgundy's in France (Oregon even lies on the same latitude). In fact, major Burgundy producers have set up in Oregon to make wine, including Domaine Drouhin and Louis Jadot. And it is not just Pinot Noir found in Oregon. Other benchmark grapes include Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Riesling; Cabernet, Merlot and Syrah thrive in the southern AVAs.

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