Dom Serene Yamhill Cuvee Pinot Noir (event) 2015

Category:
 
Red Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Red Wines
Producer:
 
Dom Serene
Label Name:
 
Yamhill Cuvee Pinot Noir (event)
Vintage:
 
2015
Country:
 
United States
Region:
 
Willamette Valley (Yamhill-Carlton District; blend from multiple estate vineyards including Dundee Hills & Eola-Amity)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
14.4%
Grape(s):
 
100% Pinot Noir
Acidity:
 
4
Tannins:
 
3
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
4
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
15-17°C

Awards/Ratings
Tasting Panel (IWR) 92; James Suckling 92; Wine Advocate (RP) 91; Vinous 91; Wine Enthusiast 91; Wine Spectator 91

Tasting Note
Dark ruby; expressive aromas of cocoa, pomegranate, clove and star anise. Palate shows cherry, cranberry and blueberry with plush, polished tannins and bright acidity, finishing long with spice and mocha notes.

Food Pairing
Western: roast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, herb-roasted chicken, pork tenderloin. Asian: miso-glazed cod, teriyaki salmon, Peking duck, char siu pork, mushroom ramen.

Production Method
Blended from five estate vineyards; fermented and aged 15 months in French oak (45% new). Harvested 9/19–9/29/2015; bottled March 2017.

Vineyard Info
Domaine Serene, founded by Ken & Grace Evenstad in 1989, is a premier Willamette Valley producer with multiple estate vineyards and a focus on premium Pinot Noir and sustainable viticulture.