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Equinoxe Reserve

2008 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Le Cadeau Equinoxe Reserve 2008 is a captivating Pinot Noir hailing from the esteemed Willamette Valley. This wine showcases a brilliant red hue that invites you to explore its complexities. On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of ripe cherries and blackberries, accompanied by subtle hints of earthiness and floral undertones that are characteristic of this renowned region. The palate reveals a medium-bodied structure with gracefully lifted acidity that adds vibrancy to the wine, harmonizing beautifully with its delicate fruit intensity. Tannins are finely integrated, providing a soft backbone while allowing the bright fruit flavors to shine through. This dry Pinot Noir is a delightful expression of the terroir, showcasing the elegance and finesse that Willamette Valley has to offer.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

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

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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