2022 Antiquum - Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Luxuria (750ml)
2022 Antiquum Pinot Noir — Luxuria, Willamette Valley (750ml)
Luxuria, the signature Pinot Noir from Antiquum Farm, is drawn from select blocks at the estate’s base in the South Willamette Valley. Grown at an elevated site near 800 feet, it sits among the highest elevations considered plantable for Pinot Noir in the valley, where sun-soaked afternoons meet cool nights to concentrate flavors and structure.
Antiquum’s philosophy centers on grazing-based viticulture: a biodiverse, hands-on approach that uses horses, sheep, geese, and chickens to manage the vineyard. This thoughtful, animal-integrated farming reduces reliance on conventional inputs while encouraging nuanced intensity and balance in the fruit.
- Soil: bellpine, a slow-draining terroir with thin topsoil that stresses vines just enough to deepen flavor concentration.
- Harvest: hand-picked during cool nighttime hours to preserve acidity and preserve shape.
- Vinification: native-yeast fermentation with daily punch-downs, then aged in French oak, a portion of it new.
- Finishing: bottled unfiltered and unfined in small lots to preserve the wine’s natural character.
Luxuria delivers a dark, richly layered profile with exotic spice, incense, and rose petal weaving through a broad, velvety texture. A firm tannic backbone provides depth and potential for cellaring, while the wine’s lively acidity keeps it poised and vibrant rather than heavy.
Cellaring potential and careful decanting can reward patience, as the wine evolves over time in the glass. Enjoy Luxuria with richly flavored dishes that can stand up to its complexity.
Food pairing ideas: roasted duck, mushroom risotto, or aged hard cheeses.