2021 Quartz Acorn Vineyard Pinot Noir
Gorgeous and complex, with notes of plum, brioche, tar, and rich blackberry. A savory herbal profile offers sage, spearmint, fennel, and anise as it opens. On the palate, a concentrated depth of flavor and bold tannin structure speak to the site’s rocky terrain. This wine will age gracefully for 10-15 years. Made with organically-farmed Pinot Noir from our Yamhill-Carlton, Quartz Acorn Estate Vineyard.
94 points James Suckling
Lots of quartz and salt with blue fruits and white pepper on the nose. Iodine. Full body, with polished yet firm and chewy tannins.
93 points Wine Spectator
Impeccably structured and detailed, with blackberry and cherry flavors highlighted by dried sage, crushed stone and dusky spices as this builds tension and tannins toward the firm finish.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2021
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Yamhill-Carlton
Alcohol %
14.9
Wine Profile
Production Notes
Sourced from our second estate planting, the Quartz Acorn Vineyard in Yamhill-Carlton. It is a blend of both south-facing and east-facing Pommard, Dijon, Wädenswil clones. Average fermentation time was 13 days in amphora and stainless steel vessels. 100% native, spontaneous ferment. 100% whole cluster fermentation. Aged on lees for 11 months in 20% new Taransaud French oak barrels. Limited selection of 18 barrels, 425 cases produced. 14.9% ABV