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Elouan Pinot Noir 2021
(Oregon) - [TP 92]
Regular price $38.00 Sale price $18.97 Save $19.03
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About the Producer:
Produced by Joe Wagner, youngest son of Chuck Wagner of Caymus fame, and himself the creator of Quilt, Carne Humana, Belle Glos and Meiomi, Elouan is the result of California winemakers venturing up to Oregon, one of the world's renowned grape-growing regions. The goal: to produce Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with depth of flavor, vibrancy and suppleness. For this wine we brought together fruit from three distinct terrains along Oregons premiere Western vineyards which harmonize beautifully when blended as one. The diversity of these districts along with a lengthy growing season create wines with intense structure, while maintaining a vibrant acidity that sets them apart from other wines.
Elouan means 'good light,' reflecting the cool yet abundant sunshine found in this winegrowing region. The unique climate and diversity of soil types influence both canopy and fruit, forming the foundation of this wine's northern character.
Produced by Joe Wagner, youngest son of Chuck Wagner of Caymus fame, and himself the creator of Quilt, Carne Humana, Belle Glos and Meiomi, Elouan is the result of California winemakers venturing up to Oregon, one of the world's renowned grape-growing regions. The goal: to produce Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with depth of flavor, vibrancy and suppleness. For this wine we brought together fruit from three distinct terrains along Oregons premiere Western vineyards which harmonize beautifully when blended as one. The diversity of these districts along with a lengthy growing season create wines with intense structure, while maintaining a vibrant acidity that sets them apart from other wines.
Elouan means 'good light,' reflecting the cool yet abundant sunshine found in this winegrowing region. The unique climate and diversity of soil types influence both canopy and fruit, forming the foundation of this wine's northern character.
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About the Wine:
The delicate nature of Oregon Pinot Noir requires a soft hand in the cellar. The clusters were 100% destemmed with a few select lots having small amounts of stems added back to the fermenter for phenolic augmentation. The must underwent an extended cold soak, ranging from five days to two weeks, and during fermentation both punch-down and pump-over techniques were utilized. We monitor the separate lots and tailor the extraction methods to the needs of each one. We find this style of reactive winemaking is the best way to coax the optimal terroir qualities from Pinot Noir, truly exemplifying the prime coastal vineyards from where it is sourced. The wine was aged for ten months in a mix of new and seasoned French oak and racked upon completion of malolactic fermentation.
Tasting Notes:
Tasting Notes:
Garnet in color, this wine opens up with aromas of bright cherry, plum pie, cocoa nibs and hints of baking spice. The palate is rich and well-balanced with notes of raspberry jam, candied cranberry, wild bramble and a lingering pepper finish. Incredible depth and concentration complement rich tannins and lead into a smooth, medium finish. Pairs well with French onion soup topped with warm baguette slices lightly brushed with olive oil or Italian sausage and arugula pizza topped with pickled red onions.
Ratings & Reviews:
92 Points - The Tasting Panel
"Jump right into ripe black fruit-blackberry and plum-as it permeates the palate. Sweet tobacco builds a textural coating, with a creamy core of smashed black raspberry."