2022 La Cantera Vineyard Pinot Noir
2022 La Cantera Vineyard Pinot Noir
The Pinot Noir is sourced from La Cantera Vineyard in the Chehalem Mountains. The planting of La Cantera (“The Quarry”) began over 30 years ago and has grown to over 28 acres of LIVE Certified Sustainable Pinot Noir. LCV sits above Rex Hill Winery with a S/SW aspect that tops out at nearly 690’ above sea level. The unique wind-deposited Laurelwood soils of the Chehalem Mountains leave a distinct signature on the resulting wines.
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vinification
Hand-harvested. Grapes were destemmed followed by a 3-5 day soak before fermentation. Fermenters received twice-daily pump overs for 12-18 days. Gently pressed and settled before aging in French oak barrels for 12 months prior to bottling.
vintage
2022 was a wild roller coaster ride with a spectacular finish. After a profoundly damaging spring frost the summer picked up the slack and delivered not only a bountiful crop, but also gave beautiful weather all the way into October, helping us get everything beautifully ripe. Grapes were healthy and balanced, with flavors developed well beyond typical for the modest sugar levels. Some outstanding wines of all types.