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Rastaban

2004 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

Brooks Rastaban is a captivating Pinot Noir from the esteemed Willamette Valley, showcasing the unique terroir of this renowned wine region. The 2004 vintage presents a beautifully garnet hue, hinting at the wine's alluring complexity. On the palate, this wine offers a medium-bodied experience, where bright acidity dances harmoniously with elegant fruit intensity—think layers of ripe cherry and subtle blackberry complemented by whispers of earth and spice. The tannins are remarkably soft, creating a velvety mouthfeel that enhances the wine's approachable nature. As it unfolds, notes of cedar and dried herbs emerge, revealing the wine's intricate character. A delightful choice for any occasion, Brooks Rastaban is undoubtedly food-friendly, making it a wonderful companion to roasted poultry or rich mushroom dishes while maintaining a dry profile that leaves one wanting more.

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
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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