2016 Luminous Hills Estate Pinot Noir
Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton AVA
By: Luminous Hills
In: Carlton, OR
Winestyr Review
Where 2015 brought heat to the Willamette Valley, 2016 saw a warm but even vintage that produced some of the most compelling, fruit forward Pinot Noir yet. Luminous Hills' estate vineyard thrived here and the wine once again saw elevage in 20% new French oak for about 16 months.
What We Love
- Estate fruit
- Excellent sub-AVA of Willamette
- Incredible value
An excellent introduction to the magical Pinot Noirs of Willamette Valley.
Experience
Byron Dooley’s passion for wine began in college, was fostered around the world, enriched in Napa Valley, and continues through today, as he continues to make wines that we love.
Winery
Luminous Hills Vineyard, located in the southwest corner of the Yamhill-Carlton District is a unique high elevation site bearing the typical sedimentary soils of the AVA, as well as a significant area of Jory volcanic soil. These two diverse soil types, along with a variety of carefully selected clones of Pinot Noir, provide diverse components and complex elements to the wines of Luminous Hills.
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Customer Reviews
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Verified Purchase
Nice floral quality. Light body. Slightly pepper finish