Description

Stoller Family Estate Dundee Hills Estate Pinot Noir 2024

91 pts – Wine Enthusiast

NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER

This wine is an elegant expression of Dundee Hills terroir, crafted from select lots drawn from both the higher and lower elevations of our estate vineyard. Aromas of Tahitian vanilla and warm baking spice lift notes of juicy red berries and cassis. The mid-palate is plush and finely textured, with soft, integrated tannins and graceful structure, leading to a seamless finish of Luxardo cherry, pomegranate, and fresh cedar.

VINTAGE OVERVIEW

We are forever grateful the 2024 vintage provided near-perfect fruit quality. Warm temperatures and a heat spike in May initiated early flavor development. June brought cooler weather,
causing bloom two weeks later than usual. By summertime, the day-to-night temperature swings of more than 35 degrees created concentrated flavor with balanced acidity in the fruit. Mid-August presented an unusual rain event, giving the vines a healthy drink of water. As we started harvest, Mother Nature presented incredible, sunny days with crisp nights, ensuring our
fruit was cold and berries were intact through destemming and fermentation. We knew this year would be special while walking the vineyard, and the wines reflect this exceptional vintage.

PLUSH, RAINIER CHERRY, BAKING SPICE