2004 Dijon Clones Pinot Noir

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This wine is a blend of Pinot noir clones representing a collage of vineyard blocks. As with all of our blocks of Pinot noir, these blocks are individually hand harvested at their peak of flavor maturity and intensity. The fruit was fermented in small lots and then matured in French oak barrels from a selection of coopers.

The 2004 Dijon Clones Pinot Noir is a blend of 5 Dijon clones, grown on 4 different rootstocks sourced from 7 dry farmed blocks. The barrels of wine crafted from each block are culminations of the soil, rootstock, clonal selections and our unique microclimates. Yield: 1.06 tons per acre.

Much like an individual instrument in a symphony, each barrel contributes its own unique character to the final composition. The individual clonal attributes are presented in the aroma and bouquet. The flavors and textures combine on the palate to provide depth and rich layers of Pinot noir fruit that are distinctly Oregon.

Tasting Notes: The 2004 growing season was more temperate, creating nuanced, well balanced wines.

The 2004 Dijon Clones Pinot Noir is true to the vintage, releasing sultry aromas of blackberry, Montmorency cherry, spices and tea from an earthy core. Dark fruits, spices and vanilla are woven together to form a juicy mouthful, with a smooth and lasting finish.

Suggested Food Pairings:

Grilled Salmon with Hungarian paprika, ginger and black sesame seeds; roast duck with wild Oregon mushrooms; artisan cheeses. 254 cases produced. Unfined and unfiltered.

Accolades:

By Josh Raynolds
Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, May/Jun 06

Light red. Flat-out gorgeous nose of red berries, yellow rose and five-spice powder, with a chalky mineral element adding energy and lift. Juicy, vibrant and pure, the nicely concentrated flavors running the red fruit gamut (especially wild strawberry), with an earthy note of rhubarb. Wonderfully clean and brisk, but with no shortage of concentration or flavor impact through the finish. Develops a wild, sweet note of underbrush with air. This is strikingly pure, unadorned and pretty pinot. 91 points