2021 Stoller Single Acre Tempranillo

TASTING NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER

The 2021 Single Acre Tempranillo opens with an abundance of blue and black fruit on the nose. Layers of blueberry compote and fresh black currants give way to dark and earthy aromas of graphite and star anise underneath. Juicy bramble fruit on the palate is framed by a bounty of firm, yet fine tannins. Tempranillo likes to remind you of its tremendous potential to age for years to come.

VINTAGE OVERVIEW

The 2021 growing season was warmer than average in the Willamette Valley, producing beautifully ripe fruit with vibrant flavors. A dry spring led to lingering rain showers during bloom, which reduced the yield in some blocks. Then, an abnormal heatwave spread across the valley, with temperatures reaching as high as 115 degrees Fahrenheit. Fortunately, the fruit prospered as high temperatures occurred between bloom and véraison when berries were hard and less sensitive to damage. Temperatures tapered off prior to harvest, with warm days and cool nights, which allowed the fruit to ripen at an even and slower pace. Quick yet smooth, harvest started on August 21 with little to no breaks until we finished on September 26. The resulting wines are balanced with focused flavors, stunning fruit, gorgeous vibrancy, and incredible aging potential.