Brandborg Bench Lands Pinot Noir

Purchase Brandborg Bench Lands Pinot Noir

Bench Lands describes this Pinot Noir blend sourced from vineyards on alluvial benches above the South Umpqua River. These lighter river stone soils contribute fruit flavors of strawberries & raspberries with fine grained soft tannins. Showy and forward, this flavorful wine is an easy drinking companion to lighter fare like our favorite, grilled wild salmon.

Cheese Pairings:  Camembert, Keen's Farm Cheddar, Morbier

Food Pairings:  Grilled Calamari, Grilled Salmon, Bean Thread Vermicelli Fried with Chicken

Purchase Brandborg Bench Lands Pinot Noir

• Vintage: 2006
• Region: Oregon
• Organic: No
• Rating: NR
• Lifespan: Drink through 2014
• Grape: Pinot Noir

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