2021 Estate BlackJack Pinot Noir
Our flagship Pinot Noir. A single-block varietal that comes exclusively from Block 21, planted in 1965 by Charles Coury. Nose of black cherry and plum. Soft mouth-feel, big fruit, balanced tanins, long and pleasing finish. Ⓥ
As a vineyard designation this Pinot Noir was aged for 18 months in 10 percent new French oak. This wine was made solely of the Coury clone from block 21 on our estate.
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Varietal Composition | Coury Clone |
| Harvest Date | 09/28/2021 |
| Acid | .60g / 100ml |
| PH | 3.55 |
| Aging | 18 months in 10% new French oak and 90% neutral French Oak |
| Residual Sugar | .02g/100mL |
| Alcohol | 13.20% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 04/26/2023 |
| Cases Produced | 228 |
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.
