title: Soléna 2008 Grande Cuvée Pinot Noir (Willamette Valley)
description: Compiled from a half dozen vineyards scattered throughout the northern Willamette Valley. Firm, sculpted and dense, this has more grip and depth than might be expected at this price point. Each vineyard's grapes were separately fermented; the blending has pulled them all together with dark, plummy flavors, notes of raisin, baking spices and caramel, and a smooth, penetrating finish.
variety: Pinot Noir
designation: Grande Cuvée