Description
2021 Reserve Pinot Noir
Dundee Hills, Oregon
Domaine Lumineux is located in the Dundee Hills, a landmass in the northern part of the Willamette Valley that
rises roughly 800 feet above the valley floor, essentially making the appellation its own vinicultural island. The
coastal mountain range protects the hills from severe weather, giving the region the benefit of more moderate rain
and warmer nighttime temperatures to protect against frost and fog. Unlike other Willamette Valley appellations
that have numerous types of sedimentary soils, the Dundee Hills are uniformly covered by Jory soils, a rich red
clay formed by ancient volcanic basalt. Pinot Noir grown in Dundee Hills exhibits texture and weight, as well as
earth, floral, and mineral attributes. Pinot Noir was first planted here in 1965, less than one mile from Domaine
Lumineux. The Dundee Hills is now considered one of the premier Pinot Noir regions in the world and is home to
many of Oregon’s most acclaimed Pinot Noir vineyards.
Appellation: Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon.
Blend: 100% Pinot Noir – 35% Block B Clone 114,
24% Block D Clone 943, 41% Block E Clone 115
Alcohol: 13.5%
Total Acid: 5.8 g/l
Barrel Regimen: 16 Months 100% French Oak, 40% new oak
The 2021 Vintage: The 2021 Reserve is composed of fruit
from three of our highest elevation and oldest vineyard
blocks: Blocks B, D, and E. The location’s shallower soil, cooler
vineyard position, and early sun exposure result in slow
ripening, perfect for Pinot Noir tannin development. Block
E (clone 115) offers upfront fruit, while Block B (clone 114)
adds deep color, structure, tannin, and savoriness. Block D
is planted with a lesser-known clone for Oregon, clone 943,
though its unique profile is gaining interest throughout the
Willamette Valley. This exciting clone contributes intense
dark fruit, color, and power to the Reserve Pinot Noir.
Tasting Notes: Our Reserve Pinot Noir is carefully crafted
from a selection of the premier lots from each harvest. The
2021 vintage presents an alluring and exotic spice profile,
showcasing prominent woody notes of cedar and clove.
Lush black fruit flavors of plum and blackberry dominate
the palate. The mouthfeel is rich and full, with a subtle hint
of flinty minerality that adds a layer of complexity to the
wine. This is an intense and balanced wine, displaying both
approachability and aging potential.
Domaine Lumineux honors the profound connection between light and wine. Its name pays homage to Francis Ford Coppola’s deep fascina-
tion with science, specifically the theories of waves and particles which offer a glimpse into the mysteries and intricacies of the universe. Wine, a
byproduct of countless influences, embodies relativity. It’s a reminder that within a glass, the entire universe unfolds, composed of everything from
volcanic earth and a May rainfall to the philosophies of the minds who made it and thoughts of those who drink it. These seemingly small details
intertwine, harmoniously moving together and making waves as light does. Domaine Lumineux is a tribute to the sciences and the intrepid minds
who rewrite perspectives. It’s an homage to the natural world, the fluidity of agriculture and wine’s ability to weave everything together.
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