2022 Amity Vineyards Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir
Eola-Amity AVA · 100% Pinot Noir · Dry · 750mL
Tasting Notes Red Raspberry, Lilac, Thyme
92 Points, James Suckling
Sourced entirely from the Eola-Amity Hills AVA, this wine captures the grace and precision that defines the appellation.
The 2022 season was one of the most challenging in recent memory. A late bud break, two mid-April frost events, and persistent summer humidity brought mildew pressure unlike anything the industry had seen. But two pieces of good fortune changed the story: a high fruit set and strong secondary bud fruitfulness offset frost losses for most vineyards, and autumn rains held off until late October. By the time the rains finally arrived, nearly all the fruit was in, harvested two to three weeks later than recent vintages, with outstanding quality to show for it.
Pairing and Serving Pairs well with roasted duck, lamb, mushroom dishes, and aged cheeses. Serve at 60 to 65 degrees F in a Burgundy-style glass. Drinking well now and can be cellared through 2030.
Technical Details Variety: 100% Pinot Noir Sweetness: Dry Cellar Treatment: 100% Neutral French Oak, 8 Months Alcohol: 13% abv