A brilliant and nice ruby-red color. The nose is delicate, floral, and fruity, with tart red fruit, wild flowers, and noble wood. The wine is fine, subtle in the mouth. The tension is balanced by a delicate tannic structure, and the palate is full of fruits—raspberry, strawberry, blackberry—and spices, including pepper and clove. Minerality dominates a long and elegant finale.

TASTING NOTES

Expressive notes of cherry, wild mint, and fresh liquorice are vibrant and energetic, with a palate that reveals a subtle balance and elegant floral notes. The finale is savory and long, translating the complexity of the Jory soil.

VINTAGE NOTES

A warm spring created great weather conditions for bloom in early June leading to a sunny and cool summer, perfect for classic Oregon Pinot noir. After a dry August, significant precipitation in September meant picking between rainfalls, with harvest between September 19th and October 2nd. Meticulous sorting and care in the cellar allowed us to capture all of the greatness of the growing season, revealing elegant structure and alluring aromas in the wine. A surprise to many given the rain, 2019 is turning out to be one of the best vintages in recent memory.