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Solera

2006 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir

The Belle Vallee Cellars Solera is an exquisite red wine from the renowned Willamette Valley, showcasing the elegance of a 2006 vintage Pinot Noir. This medium-bodied wine delights with its vibrant acidity, providing a refreshing backbone that enhances its overall structure. The fruit intensity is prominent, offering lush flavors of ripe cherry and red berry, complemented by subtle notes of earthiness and spice. With well-integrated tannins, the wine presents a smooth mouthfeel, making it approachable yet sophisticated. As a dry wine, it pairs beautifully with a variety of dishes, from poultry to rich, creamy pastas. Overall, the Belle Vallee Cellars Solera stands out as a remarkable representation of Oregon's winegrowing excellence.

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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