From: Willamette Valley, OR
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Taste: Striking, translucent ruby red in the glass, the first aromas are classic Willamette Pinot – fresh strawberry and dark ripe berries. Cherry cola notes begin to emerge as it opens up in the glass, followed by dried rose and black tea. The palate is soft, medium bodied, with elegant silky tannin. This is a fresh, easy style of Willamette Pinot.
About. Single vineyard Pinot noir from a moderately warm site that sits almost exactly on the 45th parallel. Soil composition is framed by volcanic basalt, which consistently yields Pinot noir with a dominant red cherry aromatic. Persistent afternoon winds in this area help to develop thicker skins, consequently the Pinot noir has more structure on the palate. Sustainable.
Destemmed Pinot noir was placed into a stainless steel tank where primary fermentation takes place. Daily remontage (pump over) was used to maximize fruit aromas while tannin extraction was moderate. The stylistic goal of production is to capture as much fruit complexity the vineyard can give, and yield a soft, silky palate.
