Animale 2007 Pinot Noir

AVA: Yamhill-Carlton, Oregon (Willamette Valley)

Vineyard: (100%) Tonnelier Vineyard, Mike and Julie Slater, Yamhill, OR

Alcohol: 14%

Production: 29 cases

Harvest Date: 9/29/2007

Brix at Harvest: 23.5

Notes: An elegant and varietally correct Pinot Noir from a 2-acre, family-farmed vineyard near Yamhill, Oregon. Sporting classic Pinot aromas of fresh roses and cola, with notes of cherry, and hints of dill, the cooler 2007 growing season made for both a mildly tangy mid-palate and surprisingly ample tannins, ensuring versatility when pairing with diverse foods such as grilled salmon or roast turkey; as well as ample structure to ensure a few years of cellaring.