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Lingua Franca - Tongue 'n Cheek - Pinot Noir
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Tongue 'n Cheek 2022 Has heady notes of graphite, savory spices, roses and violets, with a fresh round entry with intense notes of anise, clove, cinnamon, dark black cherry and it has a slightly tannic but rich finish with black and red cherry, tar, violets and black tea.
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Provenance
- Type
- Red
- Producer
- Lingua Franca
- Country
- USA
- Appellation
- Willamette Valley
- Region
- Oregon
Technical
- Vintage
- Grapes
- ABV
- Size
- Ageing
- Serving
- 15° - 17° C
- Drinking window
Key characteristics
About this wine
Lingua Franca's Tongue 'n Cheek Pinot Noir represents the modern spirit of Oregon winemaking, approachable yet refined. Produced in the Willamette Valley, one of North America's premier cool-climate regions, this red wine showcases the elegance and balance that Pinot Noir achieves in Oregon's distinctive terroir. The Willamette Valley's maritime influence and volcanic soils create ideal conditions for growing Pinot Noir with bright acidity and layered complexity.
This red wine captures the hallmark character of quality Willamette Valley Pinot Noir: a harmonious blend of fresh red and black fruit notes with subtle spice characteristics. At 14% ABV, it maintains the finesse and drinkability that make Oregon Pinot Noir a versatile choice for discerning palates. The wine's structure and flavor profile make it an excellent companion to roasted poultry, mushroom-based dishes, and refined charcuterie, ideal for intimate dinners at luxury villas, private chalet gatherings, or fine dining experiences.
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Oregon
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The Willamette Valley is Oregon's most significant wine-producing region, established as an American Viticultural Area in 1983. Located in northwestern Oregon between the Coast Range and Cascade Mountains, the valley extends…
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