Alcohol: 13.9%
Grape(s): Pinot Noir
Location: Willamette Valley, Oregon
Tasting Notes: The annual homage to the region harnesses the collective brilliance of premier hillsides in six Willamette Valley sub-appellations. With its dark fruit profile, glints of black pepper, and rich, creamy texture, this is a powerful thoroughbred Cuvee.
The Domain: Beaux Frères is one of the earliest and now leading wineries in Oregon, founded by Michael G. Etzel, and brother-in-law (“Beaux Frères” in French) wine critic Robert M. Parker Jr in 1986. Located on an 88-acre farm, Beaux Frères resides on the most prestigious terroirs of Willamette Valley. Since their first vintage in 1991, the Beaux Frères philosophy remains the same; to produce a world-class Pinot Noir from small, well-balanced yields and ripe, healthy fruit representing the vineyard's essence. Beaux Frères has had biodynamic and organic practices since 2002.
In 2017, Maisons & Domaines Henriot embarked on a partnership with Michael Etzel, acquiring Beaux Frères.
In the summer of 1986, my young family and I began a journey that, in our wildest optimism, never thought Beaux Frères and our Oregon wine industry would be on the center stage with the fine wine industry. I believe our success is a lesson for anyone with a dream: follow your heart. – Michael G. Etzel, Founder, and CEO
