2021 Estate Pinot Noir
Aromas of blueberry and sweet cream intertwine with lighter notes of thyme, rolled oats, and gravel. This bright and juicy Pinot Noir showcases delicate silty tannins and fig flesh texture. These textural components are joined by flavors of pomegranate, marjoram, and potting soil, which seamlessly transition through to the finish. Ⓥ
Production notes
This Estate Pinot Noir was aged in French Oak foudres for 10 months to give it a fruit forward taste and an elegant oak tannin finish.
Varietal | Pinot Noir |
Appellation | Willamette Valley |
Vineyard | David Hill Vineyards |
Harvest Date | 09/07/2021 |
Acid | .61g/100ml |
PH | 3.52 |
Residual Sugar | 0 |
Alcohol | 12.90% |
Volume | 750 ml |
Bottling Date | 05/23/2022 |
Cases Produced | 201 |
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.