2022 Tongue´n Cheek Noir Lingua Franca Oregon 0.75 l

2022 Tongue ’N Cheek Pinot Noir Lingua Franca – Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon 

single-vineyard wine

origin

The Tongue 'N Cheek Pinot Noir 2022 from Lingua Franca originates from the cool and windy Eola-Amity Hills in the Willamette Valley, one of the most prestigious Pinot Noir appellations in the United States. The region benefits from its renowned Van Duzer Corridor, through which cool Pacific air flows deep into the valley, ensuring long growing seasons. The volcanic soils of the Eola-Amity Hills impart their unique character to the wines. Minerality, precision and exceptional tensionLingua Franca has established itself as one of Oregon's leading producers within just a few years, combining Burgundian winemaking philosophy with the distinctive character of the Willamette Valley.

Expansion

The grapes will exclusively hand-picked and strictly selectedThe vinification process is carried out with the utmost care and minimal intervention to authentically reflect the origin. The wine then matures in French oak barrels with a moderate proportion of new woodThe expansion aims to... Fruit, structure, elegance and terroir character to unite them in perfect harmony. The result is a Pinot Noir of remarkable transparency and finesse.

Aroma & Taste

The nose reveals a complex aroma of red cherries, wild raspberries, cranberries and wild strawberries, accompanied by Rose petals, fine spices, tea leaves and fresh herbsWith increasing ventilation, additional nuances develop. Forest floor, orange zest, undergrowth and mineral notesOn the palate, the wine presents itself silky, precise and exceptionally elegant. The lively acidity, fine-grained tannins and cool fruit lends it depth and suspense. The finale has an effect. long, salty, complex and characterized by Burgundian nobility.

Food recommendation

Ideal Duck, veal, quail and mushroom dishesEqually excellent to Truffles, grilled salmon, tuna and mature soft cheeseIts elegance makes it a perfect companion to sophisticated gourmet cuisine.

Special features of the 2022 vintage

The year 2022 brought to Oregon precise, terroir-driven and remarkably elegant Pinot Noirs The climatic conditions allowed for slow ripening and ensured an excellent balance between Fruit, freshness and structureThe best wines of the vintage combine depth with transparency and possess excellent aging potential.

Conclusion

The Tongue 'N Cheek Pinot Noir 2022 It is among the most characterful Pinot Noirs of the Willamette Valley. Elegance, precision, minerality and Burgundian style make him an exceptional ambassador for the Eola-Amity Hills. top-class terroir wine with international stature, which impressively embodies the philosophy of Lingua Franca and inspires both in its youth and after further bottle aging.