Boedecker Cellars Pinot Noir Athena Willamette Valley 2016
Aren’t you glad you got the App?! Killer Under $20 deal on this Oregon classic!
Athena! The Goddess of War, Wisdom, AND rockingly lusty Oregon pinot noir…?!?! Wait a minute, did I doze off in Ancient Greek history…that can’t be right. No matter… at OVER 50% OFF, who cares?
Boedecker Cellars is an uber-hip, downtown Portland, urban winery grabbing sexy, killer pinot grapes from select vineyards throughout the Willamette Valley, all within an hour or so from their winery. Stewart and Athena (the actual namesake for this wine) are both UC Davis grads turned winemakers who’ve forged their maester’s chain at many fine wineries over the decades. They fell in love…with each other, but more importantly…with PINOT NOIR!
Stewart likes ‘em soft and ethereal, perfumed and pretty, but Athena – well, Athena likes them robust and spicy, bold and outspoken, and just drink-me-up yummy! A bountiful bowlful of cherries on this beauty, with spice cake, fennel pollen, wild herbs, juicy raspberries, cinnamon, clove, vanilla bean…nicely sappy and long, but with a lively, frenetic energy throughout! 92 POINTS! All for under $20?! Not a lot to be had, but grab a few and you can thank me later!!!
All offers this week will unlock FREE ground shipping on 2+ bottles. We’ll compile the week’s orders, and ship ‘em out your way beginning Tuesday 11/28…so you can build a case (or three) of glorious Last Bottle vino! Please allow a little extra time!
* FYI to Alaska and Hawaii: your shipping costs will be calculated by order volume at the end of the week.
Years ago, Stewart and Athena's love story unfolded not only between themselves but also intertwined with their shared passion for Pinot Noir. Eventually, their shared love led them to establish Boedecker Cellars in 2003, a testament to their commitment to the art of winemaking.
Technical Details
Country: United StatesRegion: Oregon
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Winemaker: Athena Pappas
Farming: Organic & LIVE Certified
Alcohol: 13.50%
About The Producer
Nestled in the heart of Northwest Portland, the urban winery stands just moments away from downtown and less than an hour from the cherished vineyards that inspire their craft. When you step into Boedecker Cellars Winery and Tasting Room, the dedication to fine winemaking becomes palpable, with Stewart and Athena often found in the cellar, meticulously tending to their award-winning wines.
Founding winemakers Stewart Boedecker and Athena Pappas are both deeply enamored with the world of Oregon Pinot Noir. Stewart's journey with Pinot Noir began in 1992 at Cornell University, and evolved through volunteer work at established Oregon wineries, and wine-making classes at UC Davis and Chemeketa CC. Athena, a native Portlander with Greek heritage, considers winemaking not just a passion but a vital part of her identity. Her love for the depth and intensity of Pinot Noir is evident in her hands-on approach – climbing barrels, stirring wines, and maneuvering the forklift.
Boedecker Cellars prioritizes sustainable farming in their vineyards, boasting lease ownership partnerships that ensure control over every aspect of the vine's life. Their commitment to sustainable practices, from under vine cultivation to organic material usage, reflects in the creation of nuanced, complex, and age-worthy Pinot Noirs sourced from Willamette Valley, Chehalem Mountains, Yamhill-Carlton, and the Dundee Hills AVA’s diverse terroirs.
Pairing Suggestions
'Tis the season for pork chops, roasted with apple butter and sage.
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