2023 Illahe Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Orange ripe expression from Alsace

ripe expression from Alsace

Renato Vezza and his partner Elisa Antonioni farm 3 hectares on the hilltop that belonged to Renato's grandfather Ernesto — the name says it all — making fewer than 4

The wine is lightly filtered prior to bottling to brighten aromatics and give us a polished finish

volcanic spice

or literally translated

2023 Illahe Willamette Valley Pinot Noir Orange ripe expression from AlsaceLIVE certified and Salmon Safe, dry farmed on marine sedimentary soils, with native yeast fermentation and minimal sulfur. Strawberry, blackberry, and rose garden aromatics with velvety tannins and racy acidity delicious and elegant. Exceptional value from Oregon's southern Willamette.