2019 Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Oregon
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| Vintage | 2019 |
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| Content (Alc) | 0.75 ltr (13.5%) |
| Drink window | 2023 - 2030 |
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The Story Behind Au Bon Climat's Oregon Pinot Noir
The first Oregon Pinot Noir under the Au Bon Climat label was made in 1985. This legendary wine was created using a unique “traveling fermentation” technique: the grapes were picked and pressed in Oregon, then placed in small fermentation vats in the back of a pickup truck. En route to California, the grape skins were periodically dunked by hand at each stop. The result was an excellent wine, but this method has only been used once since. In 2018, they received a call from the renowned Lingua Franca winery , located in the Eola-Amity Hills, one of the best Pinot Noir growing areas in the Willamette Valley. They were offered the opportunity to purchase a full truckload of Pinot Noir grapes for the next few years, and they jumped at the chance.
The Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Oregon is the second Oregon Pinot Noir and comes from the highly regarded Lingua Franca Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills of Willamette Valley. The wine has a dark and supple structure, with fragrant aromas and flavors of ripe red and dark fruit, enriched with hints of star anise and exotic spices. It combines richness with elegance and is already delicious to drink now, but will also continue to develop with age. The classic pairing of Oregon Pinot Noir with salmon is obvious. However, for a fine dining experience, you could also opt for roasted duck or rack of lamb, which perfectly complement the rich flavors of this wine.
Winemaker on the Harvest
After the excellent 2018 harvest, the 2019 harvest proved to be of similar quality. The summer was warm, followed by a cool autumn. This cooling at the right time allowed the fully ripe Pinot Noir grapes to retain their acidity, which gave a perfect balance to the fruit. We also used some whole bunches of grapes during fermentation. The woody stems of these bunches add extra complexity and structure to the wine.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will also receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose Pick up in Checkout page. We are located almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
Specifications
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | USA |
| Region | Oregon |
| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Winery | Au Bon Climat |
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Drinking as of | 2023 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Fruitig, Houtgerijpt, Rood fruit, Soepel, Vol |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
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Au Bon Climat
Au Bon Climat is known for its refined wines from Santa Barbara County.
The history of Au Bon Climat
Au Bon Climat was founded in 1982 with a clear mission: to produce classic, Burgundy-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Santa Barbara County. The region is ideal thanks to the influence of the cool Pacific air, marine soils, and the east–west oriented valleys.
Jim Clendenen, also known as “The Mind Behind” Au Bon Climat, set this vision and always stayed true to it. While trends in California came and went, Au Bon Climat continued to focus on traditional, site-specific, and nuanced wines.
Location and climate of Santa Barbara County
The location of Santa Barbara County creates a unique microclimate with a combination of warm days and cool nights. This allows grapes to ripen slowly and develop deep, complex flavors. Vineyards such as Bien Nacido, Le Bon Climat, and Rancho La Cuna are among the most renowned in the region.
The different wines of Au Bon Climat
The winery has gained international fame with its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Gris. By combining traditional methods such as whole cluster pressing, aging in French oak barrels, and extended barrel maturation, the wines achieve exceptional balance and elegance.
The vineyards of Au Bon Climat
Au Bon Climat sources grapes from several prestigious vineyards, including:
- Bien Nacido Vineyard (Santa Maria Valley): 900 acres, calcareous clay soil, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
- Le Bon Climat Vineyard (Santa Maria Valley): 52 acres, sandy loam soil, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Viognier.
- Rancho La Cuna (Santa Barbara County): 20 acres, sandy loam and shale clay, Syrah, Grenache, Chenin Blanc.
- Sanford & Benedict (Sta. Rita Hills): 51 acres, calcareous clay soil, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
- Talley Vineyards (Arroyo Grande Valley): 28 acres, shale clay soil, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Why choose wines from Au Bon Climat?
These wines are praised worldwide for their balance, structure, and long aging potential. Jim Clendenen’s legacy lives on through the high quality and dedication to traditional winemaking techniques.
Order Au Bon Climat wines online?
You can of course buy Au Bon Climat wines online at Grandcruwijnen.nl, the wine merchant with one of the largest wine collections in the Netherlands and Belgium. Our wines are stored in a climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and when you choose to pick up your order, you often receive a nice discount. The discount is shown immediately when you select ‘Pick up’ on the checkout page.
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The Story Behind Au Bon Climat's Oregon Pinot Noir
The first Oregon Pinot Noir under the Au Bon Climat label was made in 1985. This legendary wine was created using a unique “traveling fermentation” technique: the grapes were picked and pressed in Oregon, then placed in small fermentation vats in the back of a pickup truck. En route to California, the grape skins were periodically dunked by hand at each stop. The result was an excellent wine, but this method has only been used once since. In 2018, they received a call from the renowned Lingua Franca winery , located in the Eola-Amity Hills, one of the best Pinot Noir growing areas in the Willamette Valley. They were offered the opportunity to purchase a full truckload of Pinot Noir grapes for the next few years, and they jumped at the chance.
The Au Bon Climat Pinot Noir Oregon is the second Oregon Pinot Noir and comes from the highly regarded Lingua Franca Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills of Willamette Valley. The wine has a dark and supple structure, with fragrant aromas and flavors of ripe red and dark fruit, enriched with hints of star anise and exotic spices. It combines richness with elegance and is already delicious to drink now, but will also continue to develop with age. The classic pairing of Oregon Pinot Noir with salmon is obvious. However, for a fine dining experience, you could also opt for roasted duck or rack of lamb, which perfectly complement the rich flavors of this wine.
Winemaker on the Harvest
After the excellent 2018 harvest, the 2019 harvest proved to be of similar quality. The summer was warm, followed by a cool autumn. This cooling at the right time allowed the fully ripe Pinot Noir grapes to retain their acidity, which gave a perfect balance to the fruit. We also used some whole bunches of grapes during fermentation. The woody stems of these bunches add extra complexity and structure to the wine.
FACT: The wine is in our conditioned Wine Warehouse and if you come to pick up the wine you will also receive a nice discount. You will see your discount immediately when you choose Pick up in Checkout page. We are located almost next to the Rijksweg with plenty of parking. Click here for our address.
| Packing information | Box |
|---|---|
| Type of Wine | Red |
| Country | USA |
| Region | Oregon |
| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Winery | Au Bon Climat |
| Grape | Pinot Noir |
| Biological certified | No |
| Natural wine | No |
| Vegan | No |
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Drinking as of | 2023 |
| Drinking till | 2030 |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Alcohol free/low | No |
| Content | 0.75 ltr |
| Oak aging | Yes |
| Sparkling | No |
| Dessert wine | No |
| Closure | Cork |
| Tasting Profiles | Droog, Fruitig, Houtgerijpt, Rood fruit, Soepel, Vol |
| Drink moments | Barbecue, Cadeau!, Lekker luxe, Met vrienden, Open haard, Romantisch |
Au Bon Climat
Au Bon Climat is known for its refined wines from Santa Barbara County.
The history of Au Bon Climat
Au Bon Climat was founded in 1982 with a clear mission: to produce classic, Burgundy-style Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Santa Barbara County. The region is ideal thanks to the influence of the cool Pacific air, marine soils, and the east–west oriented valleys.
Jim Clendenen, also known as “The Mind Behind” Au Bon Climat, set this vision and always stayed true to it. While trends in California came and went, Au Bon Climat continued to focus on traditional, site-specific, and nuanced wines.
Location and climate of Santa Barbara County
The location of Santa Barbara County creates a unique microclimate with a combination of warm days and cool nights. This allows grapes to ripen slowly and develop deep, complex flavors. Vineyards such as Bien Nacido, Le Bon Climat, and Rancho La Cuna are among the most renowned in the region.
The different wines of Au Bon Climat
The winery has gained international fame with its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc, and Pinot Gris. By combining traditional methods such as whole cluster pressing, aging in French oak barrels, and extended barrel maturation, the wines achieve exceptional balance and elegance.
The vineyards of Au Bon Climat
Au Bon Climat sources grapes from several prestigious vineyards, including:
- Bien Nacido Vineyard (Santa Maria Valley): 900 acres, calcareous clay soil, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
- Le Bon Climat Vineyard (Santa Maria Valley): 52 acres, sandy loam soil, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Viognier.
- Rancho La Cuna (Santa Barbara County): 20 acres, sandy loam and shale clay, Syrah, Grenache, Chenin Blanc.
- Sanford & Benedict (Sta. Rita Hills): 51 acres, calcareous clay soil, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
- Talley Vineyards (Arroyo Grande Valley): 28 acres, shale clay soil, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Why choose wines from Au Bon Climat?
These wines are praised worldwide for their balance, structure, and long aging potential. Jim Clendenen’s legacy lives on through the high quality and dedication to traditional winemaking techniques.
Order Au Bon Climat wines online?
You can of course buy Au Bon Climat wines online at Grandcruwijnen.nl, the wine merchant with one of the largest wine collections in the Netherlands and Belgium. Our wines are stored in a climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and when you choose to pick up your order, you often receive a nice discount. The discount is shown immediately when you select ‘Pick up’ on the checkout page.
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