2022 Estate Winemaker's Cuvee Pinot Noir
Tasting notes
Elegant, effortless, and a softer Pinot Noir like in year's past, this Winemaker's Cuvee has bright cherry notes, spiced cedar, and a hint of fresh tarragon. On the palate, the fruit is bright, with subtle and rounded tannins. A beautiful wine to enjoy now, in spring and summer, enjoyed by itself and with food. Ⓥ
Showcasing the entire property of Pinot Noir from the winemaker's perspective, using clones of Wadenswil and Coury. This wine is aged in 50% new french oak and 50% neutral oak for 16 months.
| Varietal Composition | 100% Estate grown Pinot Noir |
| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Vineyard | David Hill Vineyards |
| Acid | .56g/100ml |
| PH | 3.53 |
| Aging | 50% New French Oak and 50% Neutral Oak for 16 months |
| Alcohol | 13.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
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 fully ripe vintage. The conditions of this vintage have created wines that are balanced, with full fruit and bright acid.
