Description
Wine Enthusiast Review
Rated 91
If you whipped up an icy peach slushie in your blender and garnished it with lime wedges and gardenia petals, you would have a rough idea of how glorious this white Pinot Noir smells. The wine’s strawberry and lemon sorbet flavors are no slouch, either. You can expect a creamy texture with just enough acidity to squeeze by.
Willamette Valley Vineyards Willamette White Pinot Noir 2023
A vibrant, aromatic white expression of Pinot Noir from one of Oregon’s flagship producers.
Willamette White Pinot Noir 2023 showcases delicate red-fruit aromatics transformed into a crisp, mineral-driven white wine through gentle whole-cluster pressing.
Key Details
- Producer: Willamette Valley Vineyards
- Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Varietal: Pinot Noir (vinified as a white wine)
- Clones: 114, 115, Pommard and Wadenswil
- Style: Crisp, aromatic, mineral-driven
- ABV: 13.5%
- Winemaking: Whole-cluster pressed; fermented cool in stainless steel
Tasting Notes
- White strawberry, Rainier cherry, and citrus blossom
- Hints of melon, pear, and subtle spice
- Bright acidity with clean mineral lift
- Fresh, elegant, refreshing finish
Profile & Craft
- Pinot Noir pressed immediately to avoid color extraction
- Fermented cool to preserve aromatics and purity
- Showcases the delicacy and versatility of Willamette Pinot Noir
- Modern, food-friendly white with red-fruit nuance
Serving & Pairing
- Serve chilled at 40-45°F
- Pairs with seafood, sushi, salads, soft cheeses, and light poultry
- Excellent aperitif or warm-weather white
- Drink now for peak freshness
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