2022 Chehalem Gamay Noir

TASTING NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER

Bright red fruit notes of cranberry and strawberry jump out of the glass, followed by notes of blackberry bramble, which lends the aroma profile a sense of depth and concentration. More red and dark fruit comes through on the palate, with a hint of spice and a delicious backbone of vivacity. The finish is juicy and mouthwatering, leaving you eager for another sip.

VINTAGE OVERVIEW

The 2022 growing season was full of surprises that resulted in a miracle harvest of delicious, age-worthy wines with balance and vibrancy. The vintage kicked off with a cold and wet spring that turned worrisome when an unusually late-season freeze event affected lower-lying vineyards of the vineyard. Slowly but surely, temperatures began to warm by mid-May and continued to rise throughout the summer allowing the vines to flourish. Harvest commenced on September 19, almost four weeks behind recent vintages. Fortunately, moderate temperatures and clear skies facilitated a steady intake of fruit until finished on October 21.