2021 Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir
Tasting notes
On the nose, our Estate Rose has notes of white blossoms, bright strawberry, and a salinity reminiscent of an ocean breeze. These aromatic notes transfer beautifully onto the palate, blending with the flavors of stone fruit giving it a refreshing finish that lifts off the back of the palate.
This Rosé was intentionally crafted each step of the way. The wine was aged in neutral French oak to give it a unique texture and put through malolactic fermentation to round out its finish yet maintain a refreshing acidity. It was direct to press, and unfiltered.
| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Vineyard | David Hill Vineyards |
| Harvest Date | 09/06/2020 |
| Acid | .62g/100mL |
| PH | 3.16 |
| Residual Sugar | 0.2g/100mL |
| Alcohol | 12.40% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 05/16/2022 |
| Cases Produced | 731 |
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.
