2022 Discovery Zero 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.
A wine in its most raw form. Made without the use of sulfur, this wine is lively and fresh. Containing no added sulfites, this wine may contain naturally occurring sulfites.
| Varietal Composition | 100% Estate grown Pinot Noir |
| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Vineyard | David Hill Vineyards |
| Harvest Date | 10/10/2022 |
| Acid | .60g/100ml |
| PH | 3.55 |
| Aging | Neutral French Oak Barrique 9 months |
| Residual Sugar | 0.02 g/100ml |
| Alcohol | 12.90% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 07/11/2023 |
| Cases Produced | 98 |
In 2022, the vintage in the Willamette and Tualatin Valley AVA's started classically wet and cool, highlighted by a frightening cold spell and frost in April that reduced and damaged buds across the valley. David Hill experienced no damage, however, due to its location in the valley. Cooler than most areas, and behind in the growing stage, the vintage was protected. A cooler growing season overall and a dry late harvest season yielded high acid and full fruit, making for a physiologically ripe vintage. The conditions of this vintage have created wines that are balanced, with full fruit and bright acid.
