Willamette Valley, Oregon
Our sister state to the south has a swath of diverse micro climates. In the Willamette Valley alone, there are dozens of different soils types, mountains, vast hills, and deep valleys bringing in breezes from the coast and the Columbia River. So lets dig in and try a Pinot Gris, and a Melon de Bourgogne. Switching gears into reds we get down with2 Pinot Noir One from Patricia green, and one from Toil (Figgins)!
@ Humble Vine
Wednesday, Jan 21
HOURS: 2-8 PM
Wine Tasting: $25
Brave Cellars, Pinot Gris Willamette, Oregon $19
Brave Cellars wines are crafted exclusively from grapes grown at Momtazi Vineyard, a renowned Demeter-certified Biodynamic site in Oregon’s McMinnville AVA. This vineyard is in the windy Van Duzer Corridor. It benefits from steady coastal winds that promote dry, healthy vines and help develop wines with vibrant acidity and firm tannin structure. This expressive Blanc offers inviting aromas and flavors of ripe melon, apple, lemon, and fresh herbs, beautifully layered with bright texture and balanced acidity.
Tim Malone, Melon de Bourgogne Willamette, Oregon $26
The grape Melon de Bourgogne is usually gown in the Muscadet region of Western Loire Valley, France. Very unique to see this grape stateside. Grown from the single vineyard 'Deux Vert’ in the in the Yamhill‑Carlton of Willamette Valley. Crafted in the classic bright, mineral/salty, Muscadet ‑ inspired style. Very dry, high‑acid, and seafood‑friendly, with a bit of weight from aging on the lees. Almost a creamy lemon custardy-ness to it. Wonderfull!!
Patricia Green, “Chehalem Mountain Vineyard” Pinot Noir Willamette, Oregon $38
The Chehalem Mountain Vineyard was originally planted by Dick Erath in 1968. They grow fantastic Pinot Noir. Ms Green’s Pinot opens with heavy flinty tones that obscure the fruit at this early stage. The palate is much more open, offering layers of cranberry, raspberry, strawberry and orange peel. It's structured by chalky tannins and mouthwatering acidity, and it has a long, spicy finish. It will benefit from a few years in bottle and a couple hours in a decanter. Perfumed and floral on the nose, with fresh notes of ripe black raspberries, violets, sweet sage, fresh earth, and a hint of umami. The palate has a lot of purity and a crystalline, ripe feel, with a hint of delicate richness coming through. Practicing Biodynamic.
Toil, Pinot Noir Willamette Valley, Oregon $58
Chris Figgins is a legendary Washington winemaker. He made a name for himself when he was the lead winemaker for Quilceda Creek. Mr. Figgins expanded his reach by purchasing vineyards in the Willamette Valley. The first vintage was released in 2018. A serious wine that undergoes plenty of time in new oak, revealing a depth and complexity reserved for top tier Pinot’s.
