Alexana Pinot Noir Terroir Selection 2022

Alexana Pinot Noir Terroir Selection 2022 expresses the entire estate’s dramatically diverse terroir, showcasing 18 out of 26 different soil types in Oregon.

This wine comes from one of Willamette Valley’s most respected vineyards and contains many Pinot Noir clones like Pommard, 777, Wadenswil, 114, 667, Coury, Mount Eden, La Tache, 943, 115, and 113. Each vineyard block is fermented separately in small batches with native yeasts before resting in French oak barrels for 10 months. This careful production results in a beautifully expressive and balanced version of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.

Winemaker Bryan Weil and consulting winemaker Tresider Burns have crafted a wine that perfectly captures the essence of Alexana Winery’s estate. The Alexana Pinot Noir Terroir Selection 2022 is aged for 10 months in 35% new French oak, 28% once-filled French oak, and 37% neutral French oak barrels. This unique bottling of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir seamlessly brings together four distinct ‘Terroirs.’

The Alexana Pinot Noir Terroir Selection 2022 has a brilliant ruby-red color. On the nose, it opens with enticing aromas of wet soil, red cherry, raspberry, baking spice, sandalwood, anise, fennel, and dried rose petals. The palate is plush and broad, with flavors of potpourri and berry that linger beautifully. These Alexana Wines has a long spine and a lingering finish, creating a balanced and harmonious tasting experience.

The Alexana Pinot Noir Terroir Selection 2022 has received 92 points from James Suckling. It is praised for its attractive, ripe, red-fruited character with notes of candied orange peel, red licorice, and hints of smoked herbs. The medium-bodied palate is spiced and juicy, with hints of bitter chocolate and citrus peel at the end. It is a wine that can be enjoyed now or held for further aging.

Experience the unique expression of Oregon’s terroir with Alexana Wine. This wine from Alexana Winery, Oregon, captures the essence of the Willamette Valley’s diverse soil types and respected vineyards. The careful selection of individual barrels, fermentation in small batches, and aging in French oak barrels create a beautifully balanced wine. Whether you are a fan of Alexana wines or exploring the Alexana Terroir Series Pinot Noir for the first time, this wine promises a memorable tasting experience.

The Alexana Pinot Noir vintages showcase the rich diversity of the Willamette Valley. The Alexana Pinot Noir 2021 vintage is vibrant with red cherry and raspberry notes, the Alexana Pinot Noir 2020 vintage balances ripe red fruits and floral notes with finesse, and the Alexana Pinot Noir 2018 vintage offers complex layers of dark fruit and spice, embodying the excellence of Alexana wines.

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