Came at high recommendation from someone who was high on his horse about Oregon Pinot Noir, claiming it to be the better Eola-Amity PN from high in the Eola hills. Perhaps he was high, but can't recommend it as highly. 14.5 alc. pH 3.86 TA 0.56, 575 cases produced runs you about $50-55 retail. Turns out its the lowest elevation vineyard and planted to "high" density of 2300 vines per acre. Clones: Pommard, 2A, 114, 115, and 777. 42% whole cluster and all native yeast fermentation. Maybe it's the 18 months in 60% new French oak that made me wish I'd done research before taking his opinion on high. Three days later still smells like chestnut. Ugh.
Came at high recommendation from someone who was high on his horse about Oregon Pinot Noir, claiming it to be the better Eola-Amity PN from high in the Eola hills. Perhaps he was high, but can't recommend it as highly. 14.5 alc. pH 3.86 TA 0.56, 575 cases produced runs you about $50-55 retail. Turns out its the lowest elevation vineyard and planted to "high" density of 2300 vines per acre. Clones: Pommard, 2A, 114, 115, and 777. 42% whole cluster and all native yeast fermentation. Maybe it's the 18 months in 60% new French oak that made me wish I'd done research before taking his opinion on high. Three days later still smells like chestnut. Ugh.
Feb 14th, 2013
2008 vintage. At its peak, or a slight bit past. Dried red fruits with a smooth structure and a nice lingering finish.
2008 vintage. At its peak, or a slight bit past. Dried red fruits with a smooth structure and a nice lingering finish.
May 9th, 2015
Eola - Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
