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Jory Hills Vineyard

2008 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

The Willakenzie Estate Jory Hills Vineyard Pinot Noir from the 2008 vintage is a captivating red wine that beautifully captures the essence of the Willamette Valley. This wine showcases a medium body, offering a harmonious balance of structure and elegance. Its acidity is bright, providing an invigorating lift that complements the wine's rich flavors. The fruit intensity is prominent, featuring delightful notes of red berries intertwined with hints of earthy undertones. Tannins are firm yet finely integrated, enhancing the wine's complexity and ageability. This Pinot Noir is perfectly dry, making it an exceptional choice for pairing with a variety of dishes, from roasted poultry to mushroom risotto, ensuring a versatile and enjoyable experience.

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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