Oregon

2019

100% Pinot Noir

ESTATE HISTORY

In the early 1980's, Oregonian Tom Huggings found himself intrigued by the notion of creating great regional wines in the heart of the Willamette Valley.

Tom’s dream was rooted in facts. Through his occupation as an agricultural insurance specialist in the 1970’s, he knew what to look for in potential vineyard sites. Tom convinced a handful of close friends and family members to invest with him in purchasing a 35 acre wheat field on Oak Grove Road, just a few miles west of Salem, on a site he felt was ideal for growing grapes.

TERROIR

Inspired by the unique Oligocene-era marine fossils uncovered while planting this special block at the Legacy Estate Vineyard, this single vineyard reserve Pinot Noir denotes a fascinating geological history.
Sourcing: Fossil Block of Eola Hills' Legacy Estate Vineyard - Eola Amity Hills AVA, Fossil Block Soil Profile: Chehulpum, Steiwer, Hazelair.

VITICULTURE

Sustainable farming. The vineyards are dry farmed, which lessens the potential for runoff and helps to protect groundwater sources. Necessary steps are taken to select biological treatments for pests and disease, such as spraying with mineral oil for mite and powdery mildew pressure.

WINEMAKING

Aged for 18 months in French oak barrels.