J53 offers more than a passing resemblance to the nouveau wines of the Beaujolais; Novo meaning new in latin, and J53 representing the code for the average total number of days the wine spends in our cellar before being released to drink, it is indeed a wine of immediacy. A rush to the senses from the stellar 2021 vintage farmed by the de Hayr family Gemini vineyard in neighboring Laurelwood AVA. The concept for J53 is simple, the result mind-blowingly delicious and fresh. This wine presents approximately 5% of total production for the vintage. The inaugural 2021 will be bottled from a single 300L concrete tank of Pinot noir that was inoculated with our pied de cuve, sealed and left to warm in the late summer sun to ferment for approximately 10 days. Free-run juice is then drained to settle in tank, and only then, deemed worthy to bottle as a single, new wine.

Only 25 Cases Produced

12.0% Alc. by Vol.

Lithe, bright and balanced, offering immediate joy.

Sourced from two organically farmed vineyards set in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, this wine was aged for 12 months in 30% new French oak barrels. A beautifully balanced, fruit-forward, and bright Pinot Noir that lets the vintage speak for itself.

90 Points - Wine & Spirits

13.0% Alc. by Vol.

Crafted to be both easy-drinking and food-friendly, this Pinot Noir captures the quintessential flavors of the Willamette Valley. Its soft, velvety tannins and versatile character make it an excellent companion for a diverse array of dishes, including grilled meats, cedar-planked salmon, and savory mushroom creations.

Aged for 10 months in French Oak barrels.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

Living and farming in the Dundee Hills since 1969 has its perks, one of which are the long term relationships with some of the best wine grape farmers in the area. Their Dundee Hills Pinot Noir is a blend of Maresh Vineyard and other neighboring vineyards.

13.0% Alc. by Vol.

Estate Grown Pinot Noir grapes situated on Ribbon Ridge’s southeastern slope join fruit from Yamhill-Carlton to create this Willamette Valley blend. The beauty is in the balance.

13.6% Alc. by Vol.

Neighboring vines team up for this exclusive Ribbon Ridge Pinot Noir.

A common ground.

A shared Perspective.

13.0% Alc. by Vol.

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Since 1988, Battle Creek Cellars has been a producer of premium Pinot Noir, underscoring the best in Oregon winemaking. In Unconditional, they’ve curated Pinot Noir from some of the most exciting vineyards in the state to create a wine that compromises nothing in quality and enjoyment.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

Battle Creek Cellars has produced premium Pinot Noir since 1998, underscoring the best in Willamette Valley winemaking. Their Reserve Pinot Noir is the uncompromising result of the region’s most compelling vineyards, offering the ultimate in flavor, quality and complexity.

Blue fruit, jasmine and candied violet aromatics along with some subtle, herbaceous notes of fresh tobacco leaf. Mountain huckleberry, black currant and wild blueberries continue on the palate with a bright and driving acidity complemented with soft and lengthy tannins.

14.21% Alc. by Vol.

Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is blended from selected blocks of several Yamhill County vineyards. The grapes are fermented using indigenous & cultured yeasts, and the wine is aged in barrel for 12 months. It is bottled unfined and unfiltered to preserve the unique character of each vintage.

12.7% Alc. by Vol.

Estate Reserve Pinot Noir is a special selection of the highest quality individual lots from their Belle Pente Vineyard. The ancient sedimentary soils of their Yamhill-Carlton site produce a complex, solidly structured wine with deep dark flavors and aromas. Sustainable farming practices coupled with gentle, natural wine-making produce a cellar-worthy wine of great character and distinction.

14.2% Alc. by Vol.

Raised in Oregon, the Bergström family is proud of their region and the purity of the wines that they farm. Wine is a living liquid experience and an exploration of the geological and geographical history, born from 1,000 days of human effort in concert with the earth and seasons. They are focused on delivering a natural product that is also a true expression of place. Bergström Wines only farms their vineyards using natural elements and efforts that are life-enriching and eco-system enhancing.

12.0% Alc. by Vol.

Their Pinot Noir Estate is always the best place to start when evaluating their growing season and winemaking intent in any given vintage. It incorporates nearly all sections of the three estate vineyards in various amounts, and as such provides an honest evaluation of the year. The 2022 Estate Pinot Noir reflects the multifaceted nature of the vintage: the abundance of fruit, the acidity from a relatively cool growing season, and the effusive fruit from harvesting in the warmest October on record. Blending the Estate is often the most difficult task because it is the largest bottling vintage, spanning nearly 214 barrels. Bethel Heights’ approaches this wine like all others, with the singular goal to make the best, most transparent wine they can.

Taut and vibrant, with a stelly core of acidity and tannins that drives the flavors of raspberry, cranberry and dusky spices toward the firm finish.

13.3% Alc. by Vol.

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This is a solid, spicy wine with a generous mix of berry and barrel flavors. Blackberry, mocha, toast and coffee components are threaded through, with supporting acidity. The tannins are unobtrusive but ripe, with a gentle touch of bourbon tea trickling down through the finish.

2022 Wine Enthusiast: 91 Points

2022 San Francisco International Wine Competition Silver Medal

2022 LA Invitational Wine Challenge Silver Medal

2022 Savor NW Wine Competition Double Gold Medal/96 Points

2022 Sunset International Wine Competition Silver Medal

13.7% Alc. by Vol.

Perched on a hilltop in the foothills of the Willamette Valley Coastal Range, Bluebird Hill Cellars creates hand-crafted wines reflecting the superlative quality of grapes grown in our region. Our wines are produced in small lots, and carefully shepherded from fruit to bottle to deliver food-friendly wines to be appreciated in all settings. This bottle of wine can be the perfect companion to a casual picnic, dinners with good friends and your finest dining occasions.

Platinum Medal - 95 points 2021 Great Northwest Wine Platinum Challenge

Gold Medal 2021 Sunset International Wine Competition

94 Points Wine Enthusiest

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

The '21 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is a blend of Pinot Noir from the Broadley Estate Vineyard, Malliris, Button Field, Sunny Mountain and Walnut Ridge Vineyards, all of which are highly regarded vineyards in the Willamette Valley. Their Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is described over and over again as "elegant, sophisticated and dramatically out-performing its price point..." Flavors of ripe raspberry and cherry that opens to a beautiful mid-palate and lively finish.

13.3% Alc. by Vol.

The earth is strewn with bits of steel from several generations of plows. Vine roots run so deep that irrigation is moot. Only a winemaker or geologist could love these sustainably farmed rocky red soils. Fortunately, I’m both.

Plowbuster expresses the vibrant qualities of pinot noir grown in boulder filled, volcanic soils. Forget restraint.

13.8% Alc. by Vol.

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Their Castle Rock Pinot Noir is made from grapes grown in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, an area which has gained international recognition as one of the most prestigious appellations for this cool-climate varietal. This elegant medium-bodied wine offers aromas of cherry and spice. On the palate it gives flavors of berries, cinnamon, black cherry, sweet vanilla oak and floral notes, with a long velvety finish. It makes an excellent accompaniment to lamb, chicken, veal, salmon and light pasta dishes.

13.0% Alc. by Vol.

This wine jumps out of the glass. The transition from bright red fruit to dark cherries, gives it complexity and depth, but the overall profile stays approachable, making it a fun wine to share. If you are looking to dive into the silky tannins, they will take you on a ride, but if you are feeling the need for an easy, juicy sipper, this Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir will meet you there.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

Friendship is our foundation, Passion is our purpose, Wine is our connector.

Drink with your favorite people. Pair with your favorite music, meal, stories and let the good life unfold.

13.4% Alc. by Vol.

Since 1987, Cloudline Cellars in the Willamette Valley has given us the opportunity to enjoy all that makes Oregon so inspiring: the stunning natural surroundings, the abundance of family farms, the pioneering spirit and the extraordinary community of winemakers. Cloudline is their expression of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, with its fruit forward, silky texture and delicious layers of complexity. Enjoy!

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

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This beautiful blend of clones including Pommard, 115, and 777 hits with aromas of wet stone, rich plum and sage. The mid-palate shares bright notes of bing cherry married with woody undertones, leaving a lingering warmth reminiscent of black pepper.

94 Points - James Suckling

13.9% Alc. by Vol.

The grapes for the Coventina Pinot Noir are grown from a clone known for its richness and dark fruit. These grapes have produced a Coventina wine that is one of the more substantive Pinot Noirs the vintners have seen coming from the area. The properties of the vineyard allow the grapes to come to full ripeness at moderate alcohol levels. Fruit with that much ripeness stands up well to 100% French oak barrels. To add complexity to the final product, the grapes are processed in three different types of fermenters. The different forms of fermentation clearly lead to very different wines in the barrels. Proper blending results in a layered, complex Pinot Noir.

Silver – 2018 Oregon Wine Competition
Silver – 2019 Sunset International Wine
Silver – 2019 Sommeliers Choice Awards
Silver – 2020 SF Chronicle
Silver– 2020 East Meets West Wine Challenge
Silver – 2020 International Women’s Wine Competition
Silver – 2020 Sunset International Wine Competition
Wine Enthusiast 89 points

14.5% Alc. by Vol.

In 2018 the Rickus, Paige, and Gorup families came together with a love of Oregon and the great wines from our cool climate. Our wines represent the intersection of our ideas and vision we share.

This wine celebrates the unique terroir of the Eola-Amity Hills. The blend features our RPG Vineyard and vineyards from other parts of the AVA to create a true cross-section of this dynamic viticultural area.

13.2% Alc. by Vol.

True expression of this classic varietal, with layers of juicy raspberry, strawberry and rhubarb flavors. This mouthfeel is rich and velvety, leading into a long finish with subtle notes of toasty oak and minerality. A great choice for pairing with a juicy burger hot off the grill.

91 Points

150 Cases Produced

14.4% Alc. by Vol

The Willamette Valley is grown and produced from their two estate vineyards. It is fresh, bright and accessible in its youth.

Organic. Unfined and Unfiltered.

14.2% Alc. by Vol.

A careful blend of Dijon 115, Dijon 777, Dijon 828 & Pommard clones. Gently aged in French oak for 10 months and reserved for additional bottle aging before release.

Dundee Hills Pinot Noir is made to endure, building power with age.

Taste Profile

• Classic Dundee Hills nose of baking spices; anise, clove and vanilla, complimented by plum, raspberry and toasty oak.

• A rich palate with a sweet entry and fine tannin followed by notes of ripe, dark fruit and toasty oak.

14.2% Alc. by Vol.

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Vineyards such as Illahe (Mt. Pisgah, Polk County, Oregon AVA) and Mahonia (Willamette Valley, in the Jory hills just south of Salem) that Evesham Wood has been working with for decades make up the bulk of the blend along with Eola-Amity Hills AVA sites: Prophet, Koosah, Jubilee, and Sojeau. Those grapes are fermented in small lots (1.25 ton, open-topped fermenters) and punched down twice a day. This vintage of the WV blend shows a bright nose with cherry, red apple, fresh flowers, and a touch of loam along with a textural creamy/silkiness component that’s balanced by juicy acid. Showing well now, watch this wine evolve over the next 3 months to 8-10 years.

13.0% Alc. by Vol.

Their wines are the embodiment of sustainable farming principles. Soil health and life are paramount to unlocking the character of these unique cool climate sites of the Willamette Valley. In the winery the ambient flora of yeast completes primary and secondary fermentation.

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A perfumed and pretty nose sporting boysenberry, floral and spice, contrasted by red and dark red fruit characters that show off the signature of this estate vineyard. The dense but buoyant palate isn't shy, with dark berry flavors, spice, and whole cluster signature shining through. Soft and elegant, this wine is supported with harmonious acidity and silky tannins.

14.3% Alc. by Vol.

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Inscription is a vow of authenticity. The King family has sourced the Pinot Noir grapes for this wine from some of the most acclaimed vineyards in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. This is classic Willamette Valley Pinot Noir with lush red fruit and flavors of forest and earth - a showcase for the unique and authentic place of Oregon in the wine world.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

Black cherry, sweet orange peel, and earthy aromas are complimented by savory umami and wild raspberry on the palate. Each release is carefully crafted from grapes grown in some of the finest vineyards in the Willamette Valley.

13.7% Alc. by Vol.

J.J. is the little brother of the wines produced by J. Christopher Wines in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. It is a blend of barrels from excellent vineyard sites in three different AVAs (American Viticultural Areas), giving you a classic example of Pinot Noir grown in our cool-climate valley.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

Joleté, is old French for “a happy gathering” - a celebration of life’s relationships.

This small production Cuvée is made from Pinot Noir grown in meticulously farmed hillside vineyards.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

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This is a beautifully complex wine with elegant fruit and structure. Classic Pinot Noir aromas and flavors of dark fruit – black raspberry, marionberry, blueberry and ripe dark cherry – are joined by accents of black tea, clove, vanilla, toast, orange zest and forest floor. Supple tannins and bright acidity on the palate lead to a coating finish with lingering spiciness.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

The most successful arts and crafts designers combined old-fashioned handicraft with the latest production techniques and design theories. At King Estate they strive to continue the craftsman philosophy through the production of these artisanal quality wines.

Made with Biodynamic Grapes

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

As their house cuvée, Thea’s Selection is a blend of fruit sourced from all five of our organic, estate vineyards that span three different Willamette Valley AVAs.  As such, it is a wonderful representation of the vintage across all of our sites.  The nose is inviting and earthy with black cherry, black currant and plum fruit that is nuanced by subtle notes of black tea, chocolate, mushroom and lavender.  This wine is rich and supple with silky tannins and a juicy sweet core which transitions into a long finish that leaves the taste of brambly fruit on the palate.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

The Temperance Hill Pinot Noir is made from the best barrels of the vintage that marry well together after the single block barrels have been chosen. The goal is to make a wine that shows the overall character of the Temperance Hill Vineyard. This Pinot spends 15 - 16 months in a range of French Oak barrels.

Wine & Spirits - 93 Points

14.0% Alc. by Vol.

This wine spends 15 - 16 months aging in a range of French Oak barrels that include neutral, once filled, twice filled and three times filled.

12.0% Alc. by Vol.

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“The Harrison” is an ode to a real life gentleman farmer from a bygone era. His land was his canvas, underscoring his passion and commitment to sustainable farming, outdoor sport, love of country, family and friends. Marion-Fields has sourced the best Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley and handcrafted this beautiful wine for you to enjoy with your passions.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

Three Degrees is Demeter Certified Biodynamic, handcrafted by the three Momtazi sisters whose differing personalities - combined with elegance, finesse and balance - reflect the dynamic characteristics of the Momtazi Vineyard from which the fruit is sourced. We trust you will enjoy this hand crafted Oregon Pinot Noir with family and friends.

Approachable and well-structured, aromas of blackberry and dark cherry fruits waft out of the glass.

13.9% Alc. by Vol.

King Cyrus the Great was instrumental in planting extensive vineyards and producing wine throughout his territory. Cyrus supplied his troops with wine rations for strength; however, he allowed some food and wine to be captured by the enemy. Once his enemies became intoxicated, Cyrus’ arm attacked and defeated them.

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast

13.8% Alc. by Vol.

This 2016 Pinot Noir is a well balanced rich garnet colored wine with wonderful aromas of ripe fruit, black cherry, currant and coffee.

Only 73 Cases Produced.

14.6% Alc. by Vol.

The Parker Family invites you to enjoy the wines of Melrose Vineyards. They are located near Roseburg on a bench of the South Umpqua River. Southern Oregon provides the ideal site and cool climate for growing wine. They utilize sustainable viticulture practices along with modern technology to nurture the fruit. They strive for small berries that concentrate other flavors unique to the vineyard.

The estate grown Pinot Noir is medium bodied with ripe red fruit flavors and is moderately oaked to give complexity with the sweet baking spices. It pairs well with most foods and can stand alone to be enjoyed by itself.

14.0% Alc. by Vol.

The Reserve Pinot Noir is an embodiment of its vintage. It is a thoughtfully curated barrel selection that reflects their winemaking style and represents the best of the vineyard and vintage characteristics each year. The result is an approachable and balanced wine that exemplifies the commitment to the land and Montinores’ dedication to thoughtful Winemaking.

We farm our vineyard using Biodynamic and Organic practices and create wines that honor the land and traditions - from root to bottle, from out land to you.

L’Ensemble is a carefully crafted assemblage of individually fermented blocks from some of the finest vineyards in the Willamette Valley.  Production levels are subject to vintage quality, where only the most texturally rich barrels are elevated into this sensational blend.  It took multiple years of vineyard and winery trials to identify and isolate the subtle variations of each site we farm. Then we adjust our farming approach each vintage to liberate a boldness and individualized charisma from the vines that may have otherwise been absent. 

Their first vintage made entirely at the Nicolas-Jay Estate, the wines are showing purity of fruit, beautiful texture and tension and are sure to continue to evolve for years in bottle. The 2021 L’Ensemble is silky, pretty and elegant, but with a grit and willpower that suggests an exquisite vintage made by an experience and sensitive winemaking approach.

96 pts. Intern. Wine Report

95 pts. Jeb Dunnuck

13.0% Alc. by Vol.

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An earthy, edgy Pinot Noir from Oregon. This wine demands your attention with its delightful cherry aromas, balanced acidity and spicy finish. This medium textured wine will pair well with lighter braised meat dishes or a wild mushroom risotto and grated parmesan cheese.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

An earthy, edgy Pinot Noir from Oregon. This wine demands your attention with its delightful cherry aromas, balanced acidity and spicy finish. This medium textured wine will pair well with lighter braised meat dishes or a wild mushroom risotto and grated parmesan cheese.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

Personify embodies what we consider to be the classic virtues of Pinot Noir; elegance, precision and purity. Aromas of red fruit and dried purple flowers fill the glass. Texturally she registers surprising detail like a wood sculpture wrapped in fine satin or silk. This red wine is a deep sea of dark but bright red fruit flavors, and she shows faint currents of earth and spicy oak that persist on the finish.

13.9% Alc. by Vol.

Wines of honesty, beauty and elegance. These are the wines we must create. Winemaking inspired by nature and her rhythms. Our lives shaped by experiences. We believe these experiences, shared, make for a better world. PROJECT M is our life’s work, a journey guided by intention, with no final destination.

Each PROJECT M Pinot Noir is a unique story told in three chapters: people, place and time. Their vineyard-designate wines are selected for distinction and transparency, emphasizing the inherent qualities of PLACE over winemaking techniques and decisions.

13.8% Alc. by Vol.

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Rascal sets out to create exceptional Oregon wine that inspires dog lovers to indulge while giving back to national and local foundations including The Humane Society of the United States, Oregon Humane Society and more. Their commitment to quality wine is as important as their commitment to the cause they support.

13.5% Alc. By Vol.

Signature deep red colors. The aromas of dark stone fruit give way to hints of licorice, tobacco and spice and help to deliver the palate more of the same with notes of blueberry, wet stone, and forest floor. The introduction of some whole cluster fruit has given it a nice herbaciousness as well. Full bodied with very round tannins. Definitely a cellar stocker.

60 cases produced

Sean Ludford, BEVX.com - 4 Stars - 91 Points

14.1% Alc. by Vol.

Ridgecrest Vineyards is dry-farmed sustainably according to LIVE (Low Input Viticulture & Enology) standards.

A minimalist hands-on approach is very common in the Willamette Valley and this is our philosophy too. Our wines are currently crushed, aged and bottled at the Carlton Winemaker's Studio - a co-op facility that exemplifies the collaborative spirit of the Oregon wine industry.

13.1% Alc. by Vol.

Freedom Hill Vineyard is located in the foothills of the Coast Range, 10 miles SQW of Salem, Oregon. During the day warm air rises from the valley floor ripening the skins. At night, cool ocean breezes act to retain acidity.

Richly flavored entrees like hearty pasta dishes, steak, chops and chocolate match well with this dark-red fruited, earthy nuanced and solidly structured Pinot Noir.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

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This deep, complex wine is made from grapes grown at Walnut Ridge, Lynx Hill and Wild Winds vineyards in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. The grapes were fermented for 21 days in small, open-top tanks, then aged in French oak barrels. It was not fined or filtered. Sass will keep production small because the best wines are handmade, through a labor of love, passion and vision.

13.4% Alc. by Vol.

Sun Break Winery produces balanced, elegant Pinot Noir is three distinct styles. Marie-Paule is fruit-focused and structured, featuring cherry and currant fruit flavors and aromas with savory and spice, and a rich, silky texture and finish. Marie-Paule is crafted from hand-picked Pommard, Wadenswil and Dijon 777, 114 and 667 Pinot Noir clones from the Cortell-Rose vineyard. The grapes are both destemmed and whole-cluster fermented, and vinified in small batches.

No Sulfites Added.

13.5% Alc. by Vol.

A complex and expressive bouquet that immediately pulls one into the glass, this blend from all three estate vineyards showcases the deft balance of ripeness and elegance found in the 2021 vintage.

92 Points - Wine Spectator

92 Points - James Suckling

13.3% Alc. by Vol.

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Years ago, Founder Jim Bernau began experimenting with Pinot Noir by gently dropping hand-picked whole clusters in a chilled stainless fermenter, pushing all the oxygen out with CO2 and sealing the vessel tight. What happened next was magical — the berries started to swell and turn pink. When they burst, they released the most aromatic, fermenting Pinot Noir.

13.2% Alc. by Vol.

The 2021 Estate Pinot Noir expresses the terroir of estate vineyards — the original planting by Founder Jim Bernau at the winery in the Salem Hills, Tualatin Estate planted by Oregon wine pioneer Bill Fuller in the foothills of the Coastal Range and Elton planted by Dick and Betty O'Brien on the east face of the Eola-Amity Hills.

On the Nose: This wine exemplifies the classic "Willamette Valley style" with aromas of red fruits including cherry, raspberry and cranberry accented by notes of florals and baking spice that create an elegant bouquet.

On the Palate: The wine is round and full-bodied with a silky mouthfeel and flavors of dark fruit, earth, game and minerality. Exceptionally balanced with seamlessly integrated tannins, balancing acidity and a lingering finish.

13.9% Alc. by Vol.

Willamette Valley Vineyards was established in 1983 by a dedicated group of wine enthusiasts committed to the dream of building a world-class winery in the Willamette Valley focused on producing among the highest quality Pinot Noirs while being good stewards of the land, As a tribute to these individuals, we have created Founders’ Reserve, a special blend of Pinot Noir.

14.0% Alc. by Vol.

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Established in 1983, Yamhill Valley Vineyards is the second oldest vineyard in the McMinnville AVA. They produce 100% estate grown wines from the 150-acre estate located in the Willamette Valley. Thanks to the geologic history and geographic location, their site is known for intense, enduring wines, grown with distinction. Yamhill Valleys’ Pinot Noir Estate pulls from almost all the Pinot Noir blocks in the vineyard, making it a true representation of Yamhill Valley Vineyards’ terroir.

Red plum, blackberry, dried fig, Tahitian vanilla, rose.

14.2% Alc. by Vol.