2021 Estate Pinot Gris
Tasting notes
Our Estate Pinot Gris has aromatics of white florals, lemon zests, and flint with undertones of fresh honey comb and white tea. On the palate, citrus pith, minerality, and a soft salinity grip the tongue with a chalky tannin that leads to a refreshing and lasting finish.
Giving this Pinot Gris a unique exposure to oxygen and oak, the fermentation was done in both stainless steel and Austrian oak casks. It was fermented dry, put through full malolactic fermentation, and remains unfiltered.
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Varietal | 100% Estate Grown Fruit |
| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Vineyard | David Hill Vineyards |
| Harvest Date | 09/10/2021 |
| Acid | .58 |
| PH | 3.29 |
| Aging | 80% Oval Oak Cask and 20% Stainless Steel |
| Residual Sugar | 0.2g/100ml |
| Alcohol | 13.20% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 04/25/2022 |
| Cases Produced | 237 |
In 2021, the blooming season started rainy for most of the Willamette Valley and Tualatin Hills. Fortunately, David Hill’s vines bloomed later, resulting in abundant yields at harvest time. The overall temperatures for the season were warm, but even with the heat spikes in the summer it did not affect the vines or spike the sugar content. In fact, the dry heat of the growing season allowed for intentional hanging times for many of our varietals. The conditions of this vintage has created wines with complex flavors and aromas, making 2021 one of our favorite vintages in the last few years.
