North Valley Vineyards Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2021 Red Wine

North Valley Vineyards Willamette Valley Pinot Noir 2021

North Valley's esteemed winemaker James Cahill has been an integral part of such highly-regarded Oregon wineries as Beaux Freres, Elk Cove, and Soter. Not long ago he struck out on his own, creating North Valley Vineyards. He creates lovely wines from grapes grown in the northern section of the Willamette Valley.

This classic 2021 Pinot Noir is a gorgeous blend of grapes sourced from 5 different appellations. It's extremely well-balanced and an absolute joy to drink! –Wine Factor

FROM THE WINERY

The Northern Willamette Valley is home to Oregon’s most exceptional vineyard sites. We work with committed farmers to source responsibly grown grapes of the highest quality for our North Valley wines. These bottlings epitomize Oregon terroir. They are a reflection of the unique climate, geographical features, and growing conditions that make this region one of the most privileged places to grow wine in the world.

APPELLATIONS

35% Ribbon Ridge
35% Yamhill-Carlton
15% McMinnville
14% Van Duzer Corridor
1% Dundee Hills

VARIETAL 100% Pinot noir
ALCOHOL 13.8%
PRODUCTION 4,800 cases
AROMAS cocoa powder, thyme, red currant
PRIMARY FLAVORS cassis, bing cherry
SECONDARY FLAVORS violet, forest floor, baking spice
FINISH silky, refined
FERMENTATION and AGING  Traditonal vinification in small, open top fermentors. 10% new French oak.
REFLECTIONS  An early heatwave and warm summer was balanced by a cool fall and extended ripening period. Overall, an outstanding Oregon expression.
PAIRING  grilled pork tenderloin, cacio e pepe, mezze platter