Winemaker: Aaron Lieberman
Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon
We ended up blending this Pinot Noir at our shop. Aaron sent a set of barrel samples overnight and we did the blending trials after work. Our final blend is a light ruby color with powerful aromatics of candied cherry, violets and smoke. There's a slight touch of French oak (15%) which brings some vanilla, maraschino and licorice notes into play and the palate highlights the ripeness of the fruit. A light and refreshing version of Pinot Noir. This can be served slightly chilled and is great with spring cuisine and seafood.