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Dominatrix

2012 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

The Naked Winery Dominatrix is a delightful example of a Willamette Valley Pinot Noir that showcases the region's exceptional terroir. In this 2012 vintage, you will find a medium-bodied red wine with captivating aromas of ripe red fruit and subtle earthy undertones. The wine's vibrant acidity adds a refreshing lift, enhancing its overall elegance. Notably, the tannins are beautifully integrated, providing structure without overpowering the graceful fruit character. This wine is a wonderfully balanced expression, portraying both complexity and approachability, making it a fantastic companion for a variety of dishes or a pleasurable sip on its own. Its dry profile makes it particularly food-friendly, inviting you to explore different culinary pairings with every glass.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Flavor profile:


Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:


Salad, Caprese Salad, Arugula Salad

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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