2020 DFW Oregon Pinot Noir
Claudio Delfino collaborated with winemaker Leon Glaser from JosephJane Winery on a custom crush project. They produced a smoky Pinot Noir using grapes from a single vineyard, grown in the AVA Umpqua Valley.
88 points at the US Rating competition in San Francisco. Sommelier's notes: "Pale ruby color with a medium body, this Pinot Noir has smoked cheese and cured meat nuances. The palate is juicy and savory with hints of ripe cherry shining through. The texture is generous with silky tannins and balanced acidity.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2020
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Umpqua Valley AVA
Alcohol %
12
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Pale ruby color with a medium body, this Pinot Noir has smoked cheese and cured meat nuances. The palate is juicy and savory with hints of ripe cherry shining through. The texture is generous with silky tannins and balanced acidity.
Food Pairing Notes
The savory smokiness of this Pinot Noir calls for more smoky flavors, like BBQ meat or smoked cheese, like Gouda. Chipotle flavored food could also make a great pair with this wine!