2022 Legacy William H Stoller Pinot Noir

NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER

This wine is beautifully perfumed with vibrant floral notes and an abundance of fresh red fruits. Fruit layers of cherry, plum, and black raspberry accompany complex elements of volcanic earth and savory mushroom. These elements are framed by a generous amount of fine tannins and a pleasing touch of elegant French oak. Lush and long on the finish, this wine encapsulates the terroir of the Dundee Hills and the particular nuances of the Stoller vineyard.

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 sections of the vineyard. Slowly but surely, temperatures began to warm by midMay and continued to rise throughout the summer, allowing the vines to flourish. Harvest commenced on September 13, almost four weeks behind recent vintages. Moderate temperatures and clear skies facilitated a steady intake of fruit until finished on October 21.