{"product_id":"theas-selection-pinot-noir-lemelson-vineyards-willamette-valley","title":"Thea's Selection Pinot Noir Lemelson Vineyards Willamette Valley","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemelson Vineyards Thea's Selection Pinot Noir Willamette Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemelson Vineyards Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is an elegant, estate-grown Oregon Pinot Noir that brings together fruit from several of Lemelson’s organically farmed vineyards across the northern \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWillamette Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Rather than expressing a single vineyard, Thea’s Selection is designed as a broader reflection of the vintage and Lemelson’s estate terroirs, combining bright red fruit, floral aromatics, savory spice, silky tannins, and vibrant acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, fruit was sourced from five Lemelson estate vineyards—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStermer, Meyer, Chestnut Hill, Rocky Noel, and Johnson Vineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e—all certified organic by Oregon Tilth. The blend incorporates several Pinot Noir clones, including Pommard, Wadenswil, and Dijon selections 114, 115, 667, 777, and 828.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProcess \u0026amp; Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProducer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lemelson Vineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppellation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyard Sources:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Stermer, Meyer, Chestnut Hill, Rocky Noel \u0026amp; Johnson Vineyards\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFarming:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Estate-grown and certified organic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 13.5% ABV – 2022 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Indigenous yeasts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkin Contact:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e More than 30 days\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20 months in French oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew Oak:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 23%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Unfined and unfiltered\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBottle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2022 fruit was harvested from \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOctober 7 through October 20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, averaging approximately 2.9 tons per acre. Most of the fruit was destemmed before fermentation, and native yeasts were used to encourage a natural expression of the estate vineyards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright ruby red with excellent clarity and youthful brilliance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNose:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpressive aromas of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebright cherry and red raspberry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e lead the bouquet, followed by subtle notes of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003edried lavender, anise, black tea, cinnamon, and graham cracker\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The aromatic profile is both fruit-driven and savory, displaying the classic delicacy of Willamette Valley Pinot Noir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePalate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant and silky, with juicy red cherry, raspberry, cranberry, and darker cherry flavors supported by finely textured tannins. Layers of dried herbs, tea, subtle baking spice, and gentle French oak add complexity without overwhelming the fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong and persistent, finishing with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eblack cherry, cocoa powder, delicate spice, and fine tannins\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOverall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLemelson Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir offers a classic expression of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWillamette Valley Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, emphasizing freshness, aromatic complexity, restrained oak, and silky texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause it draws fruit from multiple estate vineyards, Thea’s Selection provides a particularly complete representation of Lemelson’s house style. The combination of organically grown fruit, native-yeast fermentation, extended French-oak maturation, and unfined\/unfiltered bottling produces a Pinot Noir with both immediate appeal and enough structure for further bottle development.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2022 vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e has also received strong critical attention, including \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e93 points from Decanter and 91 points from both Vinous and Wine Spectator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eroast duck, grilled salmon, mushroom risotto, roasted chicken, pork tenderloin, lamb, charcuterie, herb-roasted vegetables, truffle dishes, and soft or medium-aged cheeses\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts combination of bright acidity, delicate tannins, and savory complexity makes it especially versatile with dishes featuring mushrooms, herbs, earthy vegetables, and roasted meats.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Serving Temperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e55–60°F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is Lemelson Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThea’s Selection is Lemelson Vineyards’ multi-vineyard estate Pinot Noir, blending fruit from several organically farmed vineyards throughout the Willamette Valley rather than focusing on a single vineyard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhere is Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir produced?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is produced in Oregon’s \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWillamette Valley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, with the 2022 vintage sourced from Lemelson’s Stermer, Meyer, Chestnut Hill, Rocky Noel, and Johnson estate vineyards.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat does Lemelson Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir taste like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003echerry, raspberry, cranberry, black cherry, lavender, black tea, anise, cinnamon, cocoa, and subtle baking spice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, supported by silky tannins and fresh acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Lemelson Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir aged in oak?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. The 2022 vintage spent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20 months in French oak, approximately 23% new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the wine organically produced?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe estate vineyards used for the 2022 Thea’s Selection are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecertified organic by Oregon Tilth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs Thea’s Selection Pinot Noir full-bodied?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is better described as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003emedium-bodied\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, emphasizing elegance, freshness, silky tannins, and aromatic complexity rather than heavy extraction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShould it be decanted?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYoung vintages can benefit from approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20–30 minutes of air\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e before serving to reveal more of the wine’s red fruit, floral, spice, and savory character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vintage imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67524669735160,"sku":"80401","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0352\/3140\/0072\/files\/theas-pn-1765579766288.png?v=1790462559","url":"https:\/\/thebourboncentral.com\/products\/theas-selection-pinot-noir-lemelson-vineyards-willamette-valley","provider":"Bourbon Central","version":"1.0","type":"link"}