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Salud Cuvée

2008 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

The Willamette Valley Vineyards Salud Cuvée is a stunning example of Pinot Noir from the renowned Willamette Valley region. This 2008 vintage showcases a beautiful, vibrant red color that draws you in with its allure. On the palate, it presents a medium body that is both elegant and harmonious, making it quite approachable. The acidity is bright and invigorating, lending a refreshing quality to the wine that enhances its overall character. You will be delighted by the pronounced fruit intensity, featuring luscious notes of red cherry and crushed raspberry, complemented by subtle undertones of earthy spice. The tannins are soft and well-integrated, providing structure without overwhelming the wine. This delightful cuvée is expertly crafted to be dry, making it a versatile accompaniment for a variety of dishes or an enjoyable sip on its own. Overall, the Salud Cuvée exemplifies the finesse that Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley is renowned for, inviting wine lovers to savor each sip.

Tasting notes:


Black Cherry

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Raspberry

Earth

Earth

Flavor profile:


Body Medium

Very Light Full

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

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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