Willamette Valley Vineyards 2021 Whole Cluster Rose of Pinot Noir

Dry and refreshing, this Whole Cluster Rose of Pinot Noir opens with vibrant aromatics of watermelon, strawberry, cranberry and guava. The palate is juicy displaying the spectrum of red fruits, kiwi and honeysuckle flavors and remains lively, bright and balanced throughout the sip. The sustainably farmed Pinot Noir grapes are hand harvested in the early morning and gently placed into a chilled tank. The soft gravity pressing created only by the weight of the clusters themselves, breaks open the berry skins and releases delicate free-run Pinot Noir juice. Initially, the color of the juice is a pale pastel pink, but after 24 hours of skin contact, the beautiful rose-hued pink juice is pulled from the tank. That pink juice is fermented cold in stainless steel tanks using yeasts which preserve and accentuate the delicate aromas. The wine is then split into three tanks and 1/3 of the wine is kept on its yeast lees to promote a soft mouthfeel. The remaining 2/3 is racked off its yeast lees to provide balance. We bottle this Whole Cluster Ros of Pinot Noir early in the year to preserve the fresh characteristics. Enjoy with complex, spicy and herbal dishes that highlight fresh ingredients like Indian and Thai stir-fry dishes. Also pairs well with seafood like a nicoise salad, seared ahi tuna, shellfish and salmon. Great as an aperitif or with crudite, cheese and charcuterie boards.

Alcohol percentage: 0.13

Tasting Notes

Dry and refreshing, this Whole Cluster Rose of Pinot Noir opens with vibrant aromatics of watermelon, strawberry, cranberry and guava. The palate is juicy displaying the spectrum of red fruits, kiwi and honeysuckle flavors and remains lively, bright and balanced throughout the sip. The finish carries lush watermelon flavors well beyond the sip. Enjoy with complex, spicy and herbal dishes that highlight fresh ingredients like Indian and Thai stir-fry dishes. Also pairs well with seafood like a nicoise salad, seared ahi tuna, shellfish and salmon. Great as an aperitif or with crudite, cheese and charcuterie boards.