Lingua Franca Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, 2022

Product Overview 
A distinctive estate Pinot Noir showcasing the harmony between New World fruit and Old World structure, crafted through organic and biodynamic farming practices at this prestigious Willamette Valley estate.

Wine Specifications
- Producer: Lingua Franca
- Region: Eola-Amity Hills
- Vintage: 2022
- Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
- Alcohol: 13.4%
- Harvest: October 11-17

Vineyard Sources
- Blocks 1-2: 50% (PN777 clone)
- Block 3: 17% (PN777 clone)
- Higher blocks: 31% (PN943 clone)
- Soils: Jory, Gelderman, Nekia

Winemaking
- 19% whole cluster fermentation
- Wild yeast fermentation
- Traditional pigeage
- Aging: 12 months
  - 25% new French oak
  - 75% neutral French oak
- Additional 4 months in tank

2022 Vintage Notes
- Cold, rainy spring
- Early frost (minimal Pinot impact)
- Late June heat wave
- Moderate July
- Labor Day veraison
- Early October harvest

Tasting Profile
- Aroma: Roses, red fruits
- Palate: Dense, rich, powerful
- Fruit Notes: Dark plum, pomegranate, raspberry
- Secondary Notes: Wet stone, savory herbs
- Texture: Velvety with lifted finish

Food Pairings
- Roast chicken
- Veal
- Lamb
- Pork dishes

Keywords: Lingua Franca, Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon Pinot Noir, biodynamic wine, estate wine, Larry Stone, Dominique Lafon