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Domaine Serene PINOT NOIR Yamhill Cuvee 2021 750ml
ruby color and is bursting with pure scents of pomegranate, rhubarb and cranberry with accents of woodsmoke, tobacco leaves, earth and mossy bark.... read more
Wine Enthusiast 94 points Editors' Choice "The savory qualities of the Yamhill Cuvée's aromatics are a mix of red-currant compote, saline and roasted pork shoulder. The blackcap raspberry and blueberry flavors found on the slippery-textured palate are sweet and ripe. Velvety tannins are a nice match for th...Show More >
Wine Enthusiast 94 points Editors' Choice "The savory qualities of the Yamhill Cuvée's aromatics are a mix of red-currant compote, saline and roasted pork shoulder. The blackcap raspberry and blueberry flavors found on the slippery-textured palate are sweet and ripe. Velvety tannins are a nice match for the wine's crisp acidity. Serve with your next Cubano sandwich."
James Suckling 93 points "Full of oak spices and fresh-crushed raspberry and cherry aromas followed by slightly riper red plums and strawberries. Refreshing light tannins, a medium body and the exuberant fruit give a friendly, approachable appeal. One of the winery’s most widely available pinots."
Decanter Magazine 92 points "The Yamhill Cuvée is a blend across the Domaine Serene estates. This wine is blended to arrive at a particular signature with warm red and blue berry fruits, white pepper and rum cake notes. The palate is a balancer of sweet red berries, ripe Italian plums and a hint of savory garrigue."
The Wine Advocate 92 points "The 2021 Pinot Noir Yamhill Cuvée, has pure scents of cranberry, cinnamon, potpourri and bitters. The medium-bodied palate offers generous layers of dark red, spicy fruit. It has a silky texture, bright acidity and a long, layered finish."
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Wine Information:
Country: United States
Region: Oregon
Sub-Region: Yamhill-Carlton District
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Variety: Pinot Noir
Type: Reds
Size: 750ml
Choose when time is of the essence
Yamhill Cuvée is named for the county where all of the Domaine Serene Estates are located. This signature blend includes grapes from the Dundee Hills, Eola-Amity Hills, and Yamhill-Carlton AVA's. It is consistent and approachable, with a textural profile that is vibrant, silky and persistent.
Erin Brooks writes: Medium ruby, the 2018 Pinot Noir Yamhill Cuvée has spicy aromas of conifer, potpourri and forest floor with a core of wild berry fruit. The medium-bodied palate is silky and refreshing with concentrated flavors and a long, spicy finish. - Robert Parker Wine Advocate 94
James Suckling writes: This has innately complex style with a spicy edge and plenty of rich red-cherry aromas as well as earthy tones and forest wood. Some sappy undergrowth, too. The palate has neatly articulated tannins and flavors that run to quite deep, darker-fruit tones. Rich finish. This is convincing. Drink or hold. - James Suckling 93
Tim Fish writes: Taut and structured, with black cherry, bay leaf and dusky spice flavors that build toward broad-shouldered tannins. Best after 2022. - Wine Spectator 90
92 Wine Enthusiast:
This is an exceptionally aromatic year for this wine, which jumps from the glass with spicy raspberry and cherry fruit. In the mouth it's sharp and a bit peppery, with some bite to the tannins. Aerate it if drinking over the next couple of years, or give it a bit of cellar time to smooth it out further.