Le Cadeau 'Trajet Reserve' Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir 2021

In Short

A medium-bodied Oregon Pinot Noir with red cherry, black raspberry, and earthy spice, built on silky tannins and bright acidity.

Quick Facts

• Region: Chehalem Mountains, Willamette Valley, Oregon
• Vineyard: Le Cadeau Vineyard
• Variety: Pinot Noir
• Style: Medium-bodied red
• Best For: Dinner, special occasions

Why We Stock It

Le Cadeau's reserve bottling shows the refinement that comes from thoughtful vineyard selection in one of Oregon's strongest Pinot Noir sites. At this price point, it offers complexity and structure that will hold through the next decade without demanding immediate attention.

Tasting Profile

This is a Pinot Noir built on elegance rather than power.

• Aroma: Red cherry, black raspberry, subtle oak
• Palate: Dark fruit, earthy undertones, hint of spice, silky tannins
• Structure & Finish: Bright acidity, clean finish with persistent fruit and mineral notes

Winemaking

The wine is aged in oak in a manner typical of quality Oregon Pinot, allowing for subtle vanilla and spice character without overwhelming the fruit. Details of fermentation vessel and aging timeline reflect the producer's reserve-level approach.

Serving & Pairing

Serve between 60 and 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Decant for 30 minutes if opening young, or pour directly if the wine has some age. Pair it with roasted duck or mushroom risotto where the wine's earthy notes deepen the savory elements, or with salmon where the acidity and fruit keep pace with the richness.

The Estate

Le Cadeau is a producer focused on quality Pinot Noir from premium vineyard sites in the Willamette Valley. The winery works as a grower operation, tending to vineyard land and making wine from their own fruit.

Terroir

Chehalem Mountains sits in the northern Willamette Valley and is known for volcanic soils and morning fog that tempers heat and extends the growing season. The result is Pinot Noir with brighter acidity and more defined mineral character than lower-elevation sites, allowing the wine's red fruit and spice to remain in balance rather than slide toward jammy ripeness.