Pinot Noir Incline Yamhill-Carlton AVA - Domaine Roy & Fils 2024
Domaine Roy & FilsPinot Noir Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton AVA 75 cl 2024
$89.38−14%($119.17/ℓ)
Recommended price: $104.53
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Technical information
- Producer
- Domaine Roy & Fils
- Name
- Pinot Noir Yamhill-Carlton AVA
- Variety
- Pinot Noir
- Vintage
- 2024
- Gradation
- 14.0%
- Format
- 75 cl
- Aromatic profile
- Red fruits, spices, earthy notes
- Vinification method
- Steel fermentation, skin maceration
- Aging
- 12-18 months
- Type of cask
- French oak barrels
- Color
- Ruby red
- Serving temperature
- 16-18°C
- Recommended consumption
- Within 5-7 years
- Pairing
- Red meats, game, aged cheeses
- Region
- Oregon
- Country
- USA
- Production area
- Yamhill-Carlton AVA
- Type
- Red wine
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The Pinot Noir Incline from the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, signed by Domaine Roy & Fils, represents an elegant example of wines from the Willamette Valley, Oregon. This appellation, known for its ideal microclimate and soil rich in clay and volcanic sediments, imparts a distinctive, refined, and complex character to the Pinot Noir. The wine is made from carefully selected Pinot Noir grapes, handcrafted fermented, and aged with long periods in French oak barrels, which add delicate spicy notes and a velvety structure.
On the nose, it opens with aromas of ripe cherries, wild strawberries, and subtle hints of damp earth, while on the palate it reveals itself as harmonious, with silky tannins and a vibrant freshness. The persistent finish leaves traces of sweet spices and a mineral touch, typical of the territory. Perfect to pair with dishes based on white meat, mushrooms, or delicate cheeses, this Pinot Noir highlights the elegance and complexity of the variety in the unique context of Yamhill-Carlton.
On the nose, it opens with aromas of ripe cherries, wild strawberries, and subtle hints of damp earth, while on the palate it reveals itself as harmonious, with silky tannins and a vibrant freshness. The persistent finish leaves traces of sweet spices and a mineral touch, typical of the territory. Perfect to pair with dishes based on white meat, mushrooms, or delicate cheeses, this Pinot Noir highlights the elegance and complexity of the variety in the unique context of Yamhill-Carlton.
The winery
Domaine Roy & Fils
Willamette Valley (Dundee Hills), OregonStati UnitiSince 2012
Winery in the Willamette Valley (Dundee Hills) specializing in Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with estate wines and cuvées created to express the terroir of individual vineyards.
- Grape varieties
- Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
- Headquarters and tasting room located in the Dundee Hills of the Willamette Valley.
- Iron Filbert Vineyard, used for estate labels.
- Strong focus on the quality of the terroir and winemaking aimed at expressing the site.
- Founded by Marc‑André Roy and Jared Etzel.
- Acquired by Marchesi Frescobaldi, announced on 24 July 2023.
The story
Founded as a winemaking project by Marc‑André Roy and Jared Etzel, the winery has expanded by developing vineyards in the Dundee Hills area and at sites near Carlton/Yamhill‑Carlton. The property includes the Iron Filbert vineyard in the Dundee Hills; part of the land was originally used for hazelnut cultivation before being converted to a vineyard. In July 2023, the Marchesi Frescobaldi group announced the acquisition of Domaine Roy & Fils.
Production philosophy
The winemaking and agronomic approach emphasizes careful vineyard management and production that showcases the site's character. In the cellar, enological precision is prioritized, with fermentation and aging tailored to highlight acidity, minerality and varietal purity.
Terroir and vineyards
Willamette Valley, with estate-designated vineyards from parcels such as Iron Filbert. Fruit from other areas of the Willamette Valley and Yamhill‑Carlton is also used for some wines.
Awards and recognition
Individual wines have received ratings and recognitions from critics and competitions. For example, the Iron Filbert Chardonnay has high professional scores, and some of the winery's wines are listed with medals/recognitions in industry competitions.