St. Innocent Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill Vineyard
A pale colored wine with a bright aroma of green apple, pear, and citrus zest, with subtle floral notes. As you taste the wine you get crisp and refreshing flavors of lemon, white peach, and a hint of nuttiness. St. Innocent Winery in the Willamette Valley began in 1988 and quickly established itself as one of the premier wineries in the area, finding sites that had potential to produce wines with a true sense of the place where the grapes grew. Today, under Mark Vlossak’s leadership, the winery continues to produce outstanding wines from well-known vineyards within the Willamette Valley.
Grape Varietal: Pinot Blanc
Feature: Sustainable, Biodynamic, Organic
Country: United States
Region: Oregon
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Grape Profile: Pinot Blanc, a mutation of Pinot Noir, is valued for its versatility and bright acidity. When grown in the Willamette Valley, it develops a balance of fresh fruit and floral aromatics, resulting in wines that are both refreshing and complex.
Region Profile: Willamette Valley, located in Oregon, USA, is a premier wine region celebrated for its cool-climate wines. The valley's wine industry has garnered international acclaim for its high-quality production and sustainable wine making practices.
Pair with: Seafood and poultry. Vegetarian dishes like quinoa salad or roasted asparagus. Lighter cheeses like Brie or Camembert. Spicy and Asian cuisine. Pasta dishes with cream or oil-based sauces.
