{"product_id":"dundee-wine-library-the-protagonist-pinot-noir-2019","title":"Dundee Wine Library, The Protagonist Pinot Noir, 2019","description":"The Dundee Wine Library is a boutique, family-owned winery founded by Henry and Araminta Miller, both native Oregonians. After years of enjoying the Willamette Valley as enthusiasts, they purchased their estate in 2015. The \"Library\" concept reflects their desire to create a space where wine is studied, archived, and appreciated like fine literature. \n\n\"The Protagonist\" holds deep sentimental value; it is dedicated to their founding winemaker, Jesus Guillén, who was instrumental in establishing the winery’s identity. Today, winemaking is led by Thibaud Mandet, who continues the legacy of crafting site-specific, elegant wines that honour the region's heritage.\n\nThe brands motto is \"Our wines begin with terroir and are nurtured to excellence.\" The brand focuses on a minimal-intervention approach to ensure the volcanic Jory soils of the Dundee Hills are the primary focus of the tasting experience.\n\nThe blend is made up of 100% Pinot Noir. This vintage was matured in French oak barriques for approximately 10 to 12 months. The winery employs a restrained use of new oak (around 20–30%) to ensure the delicate Pinot Noir fruit remains the focal point, resulting in a refined rather than woody character.\n\nThis elegant Pinot Noir opens with a refined nose of pomegranate, aniseed, and subtle baking spices. The palate delivers a vibrant core of tart raspberry and red cherry, layered with savoury notes of black pepper and damp earth. Bright acidity and silky tannins provide a persistent, graceful finish with excellent ageing potential.\n\nPair this elegant red with a wild mushroom risotto or pan-fried duck breast to complement its earthy undertones and vibrant acidity.","brand":"Casedrops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54181639487834,"sku":"cmpfd0nls00140bhw7by3z2pn","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/0141\/5514\/files\/cmkzctzba0009l104scwp45ob_c53b1343-1175-4ff6-8fb1-3cbcf080edd0.png?v=1779360029","url":"https:\/\/shop.casedrops.com\/products\/dundee-wine-library-the-protagonist-pinot-noir-2019","provider":"Casedrops","version":"1.0","type":"link"}