Less Traveled

Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Brave Cellars Less Traveled, a delightful Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley, showcases a beautiful red hue that hints at the elegant flavors waiting to be discovered. This wine embodies a harmonious combination of a medium body, balanced acidity, moderate fruit intensity, gentle tannins, and a perfect touch of dryness. With each sip, you'll be transported on a journey through the scenic vineyards of Oregon, where the cool climate and unique terroir impart a distinct character to this exceptional Pinot Noir.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

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:

Mushroom Risotto, Roasted Mushrooms, Mushroom Stew

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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