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Pommard Clone

2008 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

The Willamette Valley Vineyards Pommard Clone is a captivating expression of Pinot Noir from the acclaimed Willamette Valley. This red wine showcases a medium-bodied structure, where vibrant acidity plays a crucial role, imparting liveliness and freshness to the palate. Its fruit intensity is prominent, presenting delightful notes of cherry and raspberry alongside subtle hints of earthiness and spice. The tannins are medium, providing a soft yet firm backbone that complements the wine's overall elegance. This wine is crafted in a dry style, ensuring a clean finish that invites another sip. The 2008 vintage has received accolades, highlighting its exceptional quality and the unique characteristics that the Willamette Valley terroir bestows upon this enchanting Pinot Noir.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

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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