The Cipher

Yamhill-Carlton Pinot Noir

Sylvanus Estate presents The Cipher, a captivating Pinot Noir from the esteemed Yamhill-Carlton region. This red wine embodies a medium body that gracefully balances with a refreshing acidity and medium fruit intensity. The velvety texture delights the palate, showcasing notes of ripe red berries and hints of earthiness. The Cipher is elegantly dry, making it a versatile pairing for a variety of dishes or simply sipping and savoring its nuanced flavors.

Tasting notes:

Black Cherry

Raspberry

Earth

Flavor profile:

Acidity Mild

Low Pronounced

Body Medium

Very Light Full

Tannin Mild

Low Pronounced

Sweetness Bone Dry

Bone Dry Sweet

Fruit Intensity Medium

Low Pronounced

Pairs well with:

Roasted Duck, Roasted Herbed Chicken, Seared Salmon

Region:

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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