2024 Dacha Wines "Bear" Pinot Noir

In the glass, the wine shows a ruby-red hue with a translucent core. Aromas open with tart red cherry, pomegranate, and blood orange, followed by subtle tones of bay leaf, damp forest, and cracked white pepper. On the palate, the wine is lithe and energetic, with a clear line of acidity anchoring flavors of cranberry, red plum skin, and a touch of rose petal. The texture is vibrant and lightly grippy, thanks to partial whole-cluster fermentation, resulting in a dry, savory finish with gentle minerality and a hint of spice.



Dacha Wines operates out of Corvallis, Oregon, a town better known for its agricultural university and rural quiet than for wine, but increasingly home to some of the Willamette Valley’s most exciting under-the-radar producers. The project is led by Isabel, who produces small lots of Pinot Noir and other regional varieties with a strong emphasis on minimal intervention, native fermentation, and intuitive cellar work. Although still young, the winery has already garnered attention for its transparent, site-driven wines that reflect a sense of playfulness without compromising rigor.