Lemelson Vineyards Thea's Selection Pinot Noir 2021 Red Wine

Lemelson Vineyards Thea's Selection Pinot Noir 2021

Willamette Valley, OR

What an exceptional value for a top-notch Willamette Valley Pinot! To us, this wine exemplifies classic Pinot Noir from this region. Lively acidity, which is common in Oregon Pinots, makes it a great food-pairing wine. It goes really well with Italian food with tomato-based sauces, like lasagna or pizza. It also stands up really well to spicy foods. And the nice long finish is an added plus, for sure! - Wine Factor

FROM THE WINERY

Winemaker's Notes:

As our house cuvee, Thea’s Selection is a blend from our five organic, estate vineyards that span three different Willamette Valley AVAs. As such, it is a wonderful representation of the vintage across all our sites. The nose is inviting and earthy with black cherry, black currant and plum fruit that is nuanced by subtle notes of black tea, chocolate, mushroom, and lavender. This wine is rich and supple with silky tannins and a juicy core which transitions into a long finish that leaves the taste of brambly fruit on the palate.

Vinification:

Harvest Dates: September 10th - October 3rd, 2021

Fermentation Notes: Mostly destemmed fruit with a high proportion of whole berries. 30+ days on skins.

Aging: 15 months in 25% new and 75% previously-filled French oak barrels

Alcohol: 13.5% alc./vol.

Yeasts: Indigenous

Unfined & Unfiltered