Bennu Pinot Noir
WHY WE LOVE IT
- Bright and juicy, this Pinot is straightforward and approachable.
- The fruit comes from nearly every corner of the Willamette Valley, excluding McMinnville. Consider it an all-star full lineup featuring contributions from the Dundee Hills, Eola-Amity Hills, Yamhill-Carlton, Chehalem Mountain, and Van Duzer vineyards.
- It’s crafted for porch hangs, late-night decompressions, backyard chaos, and spontaneous deep conversations.
Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir
Elaboration: Destemmed and fermented at cool temperatures, aged in neutral and lightly toasted French oak to achieve just enough texture without heaviness. Purely grapes. No nonsense.
Tasting Notes: It goes down smoothly, perhaps a bit too easily. The flavors include cherry, flowers, cocoa, and vanilla, offering a silky texture with a medium body. It’s dangerously smooth.
PRESS
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PRODUCER BACKGROUND
Bennu is an innovative wine brand from Oregon. It is part of the Bybee Wine Co. portfolio, and distinguishes itself by sourcing from unique Oregon vineyards that prioritize sustainability and minimal intervention. Bennu is known for its bold, vibrant, and accessible wines that offer great value. Founded by Greg Bybee, with winemaker Ryan Kelly-Burnett and consulting winemaker advisor Tracy Kendall, Bennu aims to make wine culture approachable by creating enjoyable wines that don’t require long aging. Their unique labels and emphasis on “chillable” wines cater to today’s consumers who appreciate convenience and quality.