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2025 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, featuring the return of the Retro Benny (2018).
A classic, beautifully balanced Oregon red bursting with bright berry flavors, fresh floral aromas, and a touch of warm oak spice.
The Story
This 2025 vintage brings together the very best of Oregon’s world-famous Willamette Valley AVA. Glistening garnet in color, it hits that perfect medium-bodied sweet spot—elegant enough for a special occasion, but entirely at home on a relaxed weeknight.
The secret to its depth lies in the history of the vines. We brought together two of the region's most celebrated heritage selections—the Coury and Wadenswil clones—and aged the wine for 8 months in 100% new French oak barrels from the historic Tonnellerie Billon cooperage. This patient aging gives the wine a wonderfully silky texture, letting the pure, vibrant fruit and delicate floral notes take center stage while adding just a hint of polished complexity.
Tasting Notes
The Aroma: A beautiful bouquet of fresh rose petals and soft violets as soon as you swirl the glass, with a gentle nod to earthy forest floor.
The Palate: Silky and graceful, offering layers of bright red cherry and ripe wild raspberry.
The Finish: Smooth, balanced, and lingering, with a delicate kiss of baking spice and toasted vanilla from the new French oak.
The Technical Specs
Appellation: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon
Vintage: 2025
Color & Body: Garnet | Medium-bodied
The Vines: Coury & Wädenswil heritage clones (on premium Schwarzmann & 3309C rootstocks)
Aging: 8 months in 100% new French oak (Billon)
Alcohol: 12.7% ABV
2025 Willamette Valley Pinot Noir, featuring the return of the Retro Benny (2018).
A classic, beautifully balanced Oregon red bursting with bright berry flavors, fresh floral aromas, and a touch of warm oak spice.
The Story
This 2025 vintage brings together the very best of Oregon’s world-famous Willamette Valley AVA. Glistening garnet in color, it hits that perfect medium-bodied sweet spot—elegant enough for a special occasion, but entirely at home on a relaxed weeknight.
The secret to its depth lies in the history of the vines. We brought together two of the region's most celebrated heritage selections—the Coury and Wadenswil clones—and aged the wine for 8 months in 100% new French oak barrels from the historic Tonnellerie Billon cooperage. This patient aging gives the wine a wonderfully silky texture, letting the pure, vibrant fruit and delicate floral notes take center stage while adding just a hint of polished complexity.
Tasting Notes
The Aroma: A beautiful bouquet of fresh rose petals and soft violets as soon as you swirl the glass, with a gentle nod to earthy forest floor.
The Palate: Silky and graceful, offering layers of bright red cherry and ripe wild raspberry.
The Finish: Smooth, balanced, and lingering, with a delicate kiss of baking spice and toasted vanilla from the new French oak.
The Technical Specs
Appellation: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon
Vintage: 2025
Color & Body: Garnet | Medium-bodied
The Vines: Coury & Wädenswil heritage clones (on premium Schwarzmann & 3309C rootstocks)
Aging: 8 months in 100% new French oak (Billon)
Alcohol: 12.7% ABV