2020 pinot noir

Latah Creek Reds

N Collection
2020 Pinot Noir

After 20 years in winemaking, I started a new label to source high-quality wines like this 100% Washington State Pinot Noir, offering bold tannins, rich fruit, and flavors of red berries and toasted spice, with only 47 cases available.

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After 20 years in winemaking, I started a new wine label. This new project is not like anything I’ve ever done before. My aim, through this new label, is to search across Washington State for high-quality bulk, finished wines, which I will purchase, bottle, and offer to you all. And, I still remain firm in my family’s passion, to make these wines accessible to everyone at reasonable prices.

I would love to create every varietal from each appellation in the state, but that simply isn’t feasible. As a result, the idea of sourcing already produced, high-quality wines in limited quantities came to life. This 100% Royal Slope Pinot Noir beautifully captures the spirit of the N Collection project. As one of the smallest Washington AVA’s, Royal Slope grapes are hard to come by, as are Washington State Pinot Noir! However, with the launch of the new label, I was able to secure two barrels from the same grape source as my Brut Bubbles and previous harvests of Riesling grapes, allowing me to acquire this remarkable wine and bottle it.

N Collection 2020 Pinot Noir

Growing up, I didn’t have much experience with Pinot Noirs, as my parents weren’t particularly fond of this variety. However, after chatting with some of our tasting room staff, I felt inspired to explore! The grape is notoriously temperamental; the flavor profile from one winery can differ significantly from another in a different region or even right down the street. After tasting several Pinots from across Washington, I discovered that I genuinely enjoyed them! When my dad and I were doing a quality check on a bottle we had just bottled, he remarked, “I think this is a Pinot even I would drink!” This beautifully colored wine presents an enticing bouquet of cranberry, dried herbs, and a hint of cinnamon. On the palate, you’ll find a delightful blend of bing cherry, earthy notes, and subtle leather nuances. It’s ready to enjoy now, but feel free to cellar it for a few more years.

Food Pairing

This wine is big, bold, and flavorful, so it needs to be paired with food that can hold up to it, such as hearty beef recipes, short ribs, carne asada, and dark chocolate desserts.  Try Ellena’s Red Wine Tri Tip recipe available online or in her latest cookbook.

Winemakers

Mike Conway & Natalie Conway-Barnes

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Wine Profile

Vintage

2020

Varietal Composition

100% Pinot Noir

Appellation

Royal Slope

Residual Sugar

0.0%

Alcohol

14.50%

Bottling Date

February 12, 2026

Cases Bottled

47

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