Willamette Valley

Medium

Cork

Score Range 97-98. This blend of ‘Novo Vivo’ and ‘Avni’ was crafted by Thomas Savre and Joe Ferris. Novo Vivo represents the apex of what Lingua Franca produces for Pinot Noir, while Avni represents the estate’s ‘most refined Willamette Valley blend.’ Guided by the vision of Larry Stone, Dominique Lafon, and Thomas Savre, Lingua Franca has become one of Oregon’s benchmark estates. Power, tension, precision, silk-satin texture, and excellent length define this medium- to full-bodied Pinot Noir. Intensely polished and expressive, it layers pure cherry and blackberry fruit with fresh rose and violet florals, espresso, clove, white pepper spice, and juicy blood orange notes. Fantastic concentration builds through the mid-palate, while the long finish carries firm tannins that resolve gracefully through the wine’s underlying acid freshness. Mineral-accented and downright delicious. A limited special auction lot bottling for the 2026 Willamette Valley Wine Auction.

Pinot Noir / Pinot Nero

Lingua Franca, l'Antinomie, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA, 2024

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Score Range 97-98. This blend of ‘Novo Vivo’ and ‘Avni’ was crafted by Thomas Savre and Joe Ferris. Novo Vivo represents the ape

Lingua Franca, l'Antinomie, Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA, 2025

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