Lemelson Vineyard White Pinot Noir 2025

Lemelson Vineyards is a family estate in Oregon's Willamette Valley, founded by Eric Lemelson with a commitment to certified organic farming and a deep belief in the expressive potential of the valley's diverse terroirs. The estate farms multiple vineyard sites across the Willamette, each chosen for its distinctive soil type and microclimate, and produces wines that are as much a reflection of place as they are of variety. The White Pinot Noir is one of Lemelson’s most distinctive and intriguing bottlings, a white wine made from red Pinot Noir grapes and vinified without skin contact to produce delicate color, extraordinary aromatic complexity, and a character that sits beautifully between white Burgundy and rosé.

White Pinot Noir, sometimes called Blanc de Noirs in the sparkling wine world, is a rare and fascinating style in still wine, and Lemelson’s version makes a compelling argument for its place at the table. The 2025 vintage in the Willamette Valley was excellent, and this wine captures the freshness and precision that define great Oregon Pinot in a uniquely pale, aromatic expression. Pale copper gold in the glass, the nose is fragrant and distinctive, revealing white cherry, raspberry, and rose petal layered with citrus zest, white peach, and a subtle mineral note. On the palate, the wine is light-to-medium-bodied with silky texture, bright acidity, and a long, delicate finish that is endlessly refreshing.

The Lemelson White Pinot Noir 2025 is a wonderfully versatile wine, exceptional alongside grilled salmon, sushi, roasted chicken, soft cheeses, or a summer charcuterie board, and a genuinely original choice for those looking to explore beyond the familiar.