The 2016 vintage of Avni was impressive on its first release in 2017, but what a revelation it is today. Though exquisitely youthful upon release, this vintage has surprised us with additional complexity and flavor, given us more to admire and enjoy, and seems unaffected by age, willing to offer even more development over time.

Critical Acclaim

93pts | Decanter

92pts | Wine Spectator

16/20pts | Jancis Robinson

91pts | Anthony Gismondi “…The hallmark of Lingua Franca is elegance and this sleek, cool, focused, red fruited pinot is all that and more… It’s the simplicity and purity that attracts and of course, sings Oregon.”

91pts | Vinous

90pts | Wine Enthusiast