{"product_id":"lingua-franca-the-plow-pinot-noir-2021","title":"Lingua Franca, The Plow Pinot Noir, 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003eLingua Franca’s The Plow Pinot Noir 2021 is a beautifully precise Oregon Pinot Noir that captures everything the Willamette Valley does best: freshness, finesse, and mineral-driven depth. Named as a tribute to the vineyard workers who tend the estate’s organically and biodynamically farmed parcels, it reflects both a strong sense of place and a thoughtful, hands-on approach to winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Pinot Noir shows a bright, luminous red-fruit profile with plenty of lift and clarity. Aromas of blackberry, raspberry, redcurrant, and strawberry are layered with subtle notes of black tea, flint, salmiak-like salinity, and a gentle hint of orange peel.\n\nThe palate is elegant and airy, with a crisp, almost salty mineral edge that gives the wine definition and length. The fruit feels pure and finely etched rather than heavy, making this a Pinot Noir with both immediacy and complexity. It should age gracefully over the next several years, gaining more nuance and savory depth with time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Plow is sourced from the Eola-Amity Hills in the Willamette Valley, a cool-climate area shaped by ancient marine sediments and volcanic influence. That unique terroir helps produce Pinot Noir with vibrant acidity, a saline touch, and a refined, transparent fruit character. The 2021 vintage was fermented with 24% whole clusters and aged for 12 months in French barriques, including 25% new oak, followed by an additional 5 months in tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is best served slightly cool, around 14-16°C, in a large Burgundy glass to allow its aromatics to fully open. It pairs beautifully with roast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom dishes, herb-roasted chicken, or earthy vegetarian plates. Decanting is not essential, but a short aeration can help the wine раскры its perfume and textural detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLingua Franca is a highly respected Oregon producer dedicated to expressive, site-driven Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Founded in the Willamette Valley and closely associated with the Eola-Amity Hills, the estate has built its reputation on meticulous viticulture, low-intervention winemaking, and a deep respect for the region’s terroir. It has quickly become one of the standout names in Oregon’s premium wine landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lingua Franca","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255769125201,"sku":"OS-159821","price":91.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/159821_trans_bd7e0dc3-72cc-47a1-a873-f18f4aae798b.png?v=1783461666","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/lingua-franca-the-plow-pinot-noir-2021","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}