Domaine Lumineux Reserve Pinot Noir 2021

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 Oregons 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

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.