Appellation: Chehalem Mountains
Area of Production: 60 Acres
Grape: Pinot Noir
Vintage: 2015
Vineyard: Pinot Noir grapes cloned from Pommard. Vineyard is L.I.V.E. (Low Input Viticulture and Enology) Certified. This certification verifies use of sustainable agricultural techniques to maintain good stewardship of the land.
Vine Age: 30+yrs
Bottle Style: Burgundy
Production: 342 cases
Winemaker: Kevin Dion
Soil: Laurelwood
Vinification:
- Aged 14mos in French Oak, 30% New. The remainder of Dion’s Pinot barrels are put into this blend, it showcases the characteristics and personality of the vintage and the vineyard, being selections from multiple different blocks and vine age.
Alcohol content: 13.5%
Description:
Light ruby red color in the glass. Aromas gain traction over time in the glass, revealing cherry, cola, spice and dried herbs. Light in weight in an easygoing and highly enjoyable style with a core of juicy red cherry, red berry and blueberry fruit flavors. A hint of savory herbs adds interest. Nicely balanced with some finishing generosity. This wine packs a lot of flavor despite being light in color and weight.