Introduction:
The 2023 Pinot Blanc from Vincent Wines is a refined, terroir-focused white wine that highlights the grape’s understated elegance and the Willamette Valley’s cool-climate precision. Made with a minimalist, Old World–influenced approach, this wine emphasizes texture, freshness, and food-friendly balance rather than overt aromatic intensity.
Terrior:
Sourced from vineyards across the Willamette Valley, the fruit benefits from a cool maritime climate, long growing season, and significant diurnal temperature shifts. Volcanic and sedimentary soils contribute minerality and structure, while the region’s moderate temperatures preserve acidity, allowing Pinot Blanc to express subtle orchard fruit, savory nuance, and linear tension.
Appearance:
Pale straw with silver and light green highlights, brilliantly clear and youthful, reflecting freshness and precision.
Nose:
Delicate yet layered, with aromas of pear skin, green apple, white peach, and lemon zest. Secondary notes of almond, chamomile, white flowers, and wet stone add quiet complexity.
Palate:
Medium-bodied with a supple, gently rounded texture balanced by bright, focused acidity. Flavors of orchard fruit, citrus pith, and melon are complemented by subtle nutty tones and a mineral-driven core. The wine is restrained, elegant, and quietly expressive.
Finish:
Clean and persistent, finishing with lingering pear, citrus, and a light saline-mineral note that enhances its versatility at the table.
Food Pairings:
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Meat: Roast chicken, poached turkey, grilled pork with herbs
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Vegetarian: Spring vegetable risotto, roasted cauliflower, white bean and herb salad
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Charcuterie Board: Alpine-style cheeses, fresh chèvre, marcona almonds
Overall Impression:
This 2023 Pinot Blanc beautifully synthesizes Willamette Valley terroir, subtle aromatics, and refined texture into a poised and highly food-friendly white wine. Fresh, mineral, and quietly complex, it pairs exceptionally well with poultry, vegetables, and delicate cheeses, offering a compelling alternative to more overtly aromatic whites.
Alcohol by Volume (ABV %): 12.5%
Farming Practices: Sustainable, low-intervention vineyard sourcing
Producer Name: Vincent Wines
Old World / New World: New World
Country of Origin: United States
Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
Grape Varietals: Pinot Blanc
Vintage: 2023
Wine Style: Dry, medium-bodied white wine
Winemaking Techniques: Native yeast fermentation, neutral vessel aging, minimal oak influence, focus on texture and acidity
Pack Size: 750 mL
Container Style: Glass bottle
Closure Style: Natural cork
Sources:
- Vincent Wines producer notes and winemaking philosophy
- Willamette Valley AVA climate, soil, and viticultural references