Illahe Vineyards 'Cuvée Miette' Pinot Noir 2024

In Short

Bright, silky Pinot Noir from Oregon's Willamette Valley with red cherry, raspberry, and a whisper of earth.

Quick Facts

• Region: Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Variety: Pinot Noir
• Style: Medium-bodied red
• Best For: Weeknight dinner, casual entertaining

Why We Stock It

This is an approachable Pinot Noir that shows the Willamette Valley's signature balance of bright fruit and structure without asking much of the drinker. At this price point it drinks well now but has enough acidity and fine tannin to age gracefully over the next few years if you want to cellar a bottle or two.

Tasting Profile

A wine that feels refined without fussiness, with the balance Willamette Valley Pinot does so well.

• Aroma: Red cherry, raspberry, subtle earth
• Palate: Red fruits, fine spice, forest floor, silky texture
• Structure & Finish: Balanced acidity, fine-grained tannins, clean and persistent finish

Winemaking

The specifics of fermentation and ageing for this bottling are not detailed, but it follows the regional norm of cool fermentation and modest oak handling that keeps the fruit in focus.

Serving & Pairing

Serve between 60 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. No decanting needed. This wine pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, salmon, or mushroom risotto. It also works well with a simple charcuterie board, where the acidity and spice cut through cured meat and cheese.

The Estate

Illahe Vineyards is a grower-producer in the Willamette Valley focused on Pinot Noir and aromatic whites. The winery works with fruit from its own vineyards and produces wines across a range of styles and price points.

Terroir

The Willamette Valley runs north to south in Oregon with a cool continental climate moderated by ocean influence through the Van Duzer Corridor. The volcanic and sedimentary soils, combined with warm days and cool nights, allow Pinot Noir to ripen fully while retaining bright acidity and freshness.