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Alexana Winery | Dundee Hills
Estate Pinot Noir 2021

Name: 2021 Estate Pinot Noir
Brand: Alexana Winery
Price: 75 USD
Availability: instock

$75.00 / 750 ml

Sustainable

Organic

Biodynamic

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On the nose, notes of cherry, apple blossom, tomato leaf with savory baking spice and fine grain tannins on the palate.

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Body (Light - Full)

Med

Extra Light

Full

Taste (Dry - Sweet)

Bone Dry

Sweet

Profile (Earthy - Fruity)

Fruit (-)

Earth Forward

Fruit Forward

Highlights

Varietal: Pinot Noir
Vineyard(s): Revana Vineyard

Winery Info

ALEXANA WINERY

In 2005, while representing his Napa Winery, Revana, at a wine conference, Dr. Revana met Lynn Penner- Ash, owner of Penner-Ash Wine Cellars. He shared his love of the great wines of Burgundy and became fast friends with her. In the spring of that same year, Dr. Revana enlisted Lynn's expertise to begin a search for both the ideal piece of land and an experienced winemaker to produce Pinot Noirs that could rival those from Burgundy. Since its founding in 2005, the Alexana Estate is a geologically diverse 55-acre parcel consisting of 18 different soil types. The vineyard is dry-farmed and located between 360–640 feet elevation in the pristine Dundee Hills AVA where sustainable and biodynamic farming methods are applied to cultivate premium Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Shipping & Delivery Info

Shipping States

Alexana Winery cannot ship to the following 5 states: AR, DE, MS, RI, UT.

Alexana Winery

Estate Pinot Noir 2021

From Our Sommeliers

“When Dr. Revana set out to make world class wine in the Dundee Hills, I have to believe this is what he had in mind. With layers that are akin to a Russian nesting doll, it is the true embodiment of "what can be" from Willamette. This dreadnought Pinot is full of structure and showcases both bright cherry and brambly darker fruit all at once. The hint of savory herbs and baking spice float along while the acidity provides lift and keeps you coming back for more. I have paired this with everything from rich charcuterie to smoked venison and it never disappoints. Treat your guests to the sensory experience that rivals that of the great wines of Burgundy at a fraction of the price“ - Adam Elliot

About this wine

Tasting Notes

On the nose, notes of cherry, apple blossom, tomato leaf with savory baking spice and fine grain tannins on the palate.

Serving Instructions

Open & Decant 1hr prior to serving. Serve at Cellar Temperature

Glassware

Medium Bodied Red Wine—This glass helps to emphasize rich fruit-forward character while nurturing the acidity in the wine. The wider bowl shape accentuates aromas.

Food Pairings

Jarlsberg, grilled salmon, roasted chicken, duck breast, morel and chanterelle mushrooms, parsnips.

Cheese Pairings

Soft/Semi-Soft / Soft Ripened / Washed Rind

Wine Details

This bottle has the following characteristics:

Appellation

Dundee Hills

Winemaker Notes

Individual barrels are selected from our small-production ‘Single Vineyard' Pinot Noir program with the intention of seamlessly bringing together 4 distinct ‘Terroirs' to create a unique bottling of ‘Willamette Valley' Pinot Noir.Each spring, Winemaker Bryan Weil selects individual barrels from each vineyard block to create a beautifully expressive and balanced version of ‘Willamette Valley' Pinot Noir.

Winemaker

Bryan Weil

Winemaking Highlights

100% Pinot Noir Pommard, 777, 115, 114, 667, La Tache, Coury, 113, Wädenswil, 943

Fermentation

Cluster Pressed, Native Yeast Ferments, Each vineyard block is fermented separately in small batches with native yeasts

Aging

11 Months

Barrel

25% New French Oak 30% Once Filled French Oak 20% Neutral French Oak

Appellation

Dundee Hills