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Latitude 45°

2008 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

The 2008 Left Coast Cellars Latitude 45° is a mesmerizing Pinot Noir from the esteemed Willamette Valley, celebrated for its lush and diverse terroir. This red wine displays a radiant ruby hue, enticing the eye and hinting at the brightness within. On the palate, it reveals a beautifully balanced composition, showcasing a medium body and vibrant acidity, which gives way to expressive fruit intensity marked by tantalizing red berry notes. The tannins are elegantly integrated, offering a soft structure that supports the wine's plush character. Its dry profile enhances the overall freshness, making this Pinot Noir a delightful companion for a variety of culinary experiences, from grilled salmon to herb-crusted poultry. With its seamless integration of flavors and delightful complexity, Latitude 45° represents the quintessential spirit of Willamette Valley wines, inviting you to savor each sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Baking Spice

Baking Spice

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Region:


Willamette Valley
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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