{"product_id":"elouan-missoulan-wash-reserve-pinot-noir-2018","title":"Elouan Missoulan Wash Reserve Pinot Noir 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eElouan Missoulan Wash Reserve Pinot Noir 2018 is a polished and expressive Oregon Pinot Noir that showcases the more refined side of Joe Wagner’s winemaking style. Sourced from Oregon, it combines bright fruit, savory nuance, and elegant structure, while its name pays tribute to the Missoula floods that helped shape the soils of the Willamette Valley at the end of the last Ice Age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMakuprofiili\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this Pinot Noir shows a vivid, medium ruby hue typical of a well-made Oregon red. The nose opens with layered aromas of cranberry, strawberry, raspberry, and pomegranate, followed by subtle notes of cocoa and warming spice.\n\nThe palate is silky and graceful, with fresh cassis, ripe strawberry, and cherry at the core. It is beautifully balanced, with refined tannins and a cedar-tinged finish that adds length and complexity. This is a wine that can be enjoyed now for its immediacy and charm, though it should also hold nicely over the next few years as its savory notes continue to evolve.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViininvalmistus\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine takes its name from the Missoula Wash soils, formed by the cataclysmic Missoula floods that left a lasting imprint on the Willamette Valley’s terroir. These ancient flood deposits contribute to the region’s distinctive character, giving Pinot Noir the combination of freshness, finesse, and aromatic complexity it is known for. Further production details such as harvesting methods and vinification are not provided, but the finished wine suggests careful fruit selection and a gentle, detail-oriented approach in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRuoka \u0026amp; tarjoilu\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Pinot Noir pairs beautifully with roast duck, herb-crusted salmon, mushroom risotto, grilled chicken, or dishes featuring earthy vegetables like beetroot and wild mushrooms. Serve it slightly cool, ideally around 16–18°C, and decanting is not strictly necessary, though a short aeration can help open up its aromatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuottaja\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eElouan is a Oregon-focused label associated with Joe Wagner, a winemaker known for creating expressive, fruit-forward wines with broad appeal. The brand has built a strong reputation for delivering premium-style Pinot Noir that captures Oregon’s cool-climate character while remaining approachable and polished. Its wines have helped bring wider attention to the quality and versatility of Oregon Pinot Noir.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elouan Missoulan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49122459353330,"sku":"FW-6946","price":37.36,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/4810\/5202\/files\/elouan-nv-reserve-missoulan-wash-150dpi.png?v=1777476139","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.fi\/products\/elouan-missoulan-wash-reserve-pinot-noir-2018","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}