A beautifully expressive Pinot Noir from Oregon’s Yamhill Carlton AVA. Bursting with aromas of strawberry purée, red currant jelly, and peat moss, this wine delivers a fresh, textured palate featuring notes of Earl Grey tea, white pepper, and red cherry candy. Elegant and vibrant, it promises graceful aging over the next 10–15 years.

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The 2016 Beaux Freres ‘Gran Moraine’ Pinot Noir is a stunning new wine. The wine is sourced from the Yamhill Carlton AVA and starts with bright strawberry puree, red currant jelly and peat moss that fill the nose. The palate shows wonderful freshness and good tension with Earl Grey tea, white pepper, red currant and red cherry candy. The range and texture is wonderful. Enjoy this over the next ten to fifteen years.

Technical Specs

Alcohol: 14.0 %
Closure: Natural Cork
Harvest: 2016
Oak: Aged in large, mostly used French oak barrels
Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir
Skin Contact: Native-yeast fermentation with gentle punch-downs and pump-overs
Winemaker: Shane Moore
Region: Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA

Serving Temperature: 14-16°C
Decanting: Not required. Open 20–30 minutes before serving
Food Pairing: Roast duck, grilled salmon, roast chicken, pork, mushroom dishes, truffle pasta and soft cheeses