Battle Creek Reserve Pinot Noir is crafted from select vineyards in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, a region known for its cool climate and ideal conditions for Pinot Noir. The wine benefits from the valley's diurnal temperature shifts, which help maintain acidity and develop complex flavors. Fermentation occurs in small, open-top fermenters, allowing for gentle extraction of color and tannins. Aged in French oak barrels, a portion of which is new, this Pinot Noir exhibits a balance of fruit and oak influence. It is designed to be approachable upon release, offering a harmonious expression of varietal character and terroir.