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Pinot Noir Reserve

2008 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Illahe Pinot Noir Reserve from the esteemed Willamette Valley showcases the exceptional qualities that this region is known for. With its striking red hue, this wine immediately draws you in. The body is medium, offering a delightful balance that is both approachable and sophisticated. Its acidity is bright and refreshing, providing a lively backbone that enhances the overall structure. The fruit intensity is prominent, unveiling layers of ripe cherry, raspberry, and hints of strawberry that tease the palate. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, allowing the wine to feel smooth and elegant. This Pinot Noir is beautifully dry, making it an ideal pairing for a variety of dishes while inviting you to savor its complexity. The 2008 vintage is a testament to the quality of the Pinot Noir grape in this remarkable region, inviting enthusiasts to indulge in each delightful sip.

Tasting notes:


Cherry

Cherry

Blackberry

Blackberry

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


BodyMedium

Very LightFull

Fruit IntensityMedium

LowPronounced

AcidityMild

LowPronounced

SweetnessBone Dry

Bone DrySweet

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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