2022 Walter Scott "Sojeau Vineyard" Eola Amity Hills Pinot Noir

The Sojeau Vineyard is nestled on the southern end of the Eola-Amity Hills, facing southwest, directly towards the Van Duzer Corridor. At 650 feet in elevation, the site overlooks the valley and surrounding farmlands from its perch on the steep hill. This aspect makes Sojeau one of our coolest sites, with acidity and aromatics favorably intensified by the intense coastal winds. 93 Points Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate: "The 2022 Pinot Noir Sojeau Vineyard comes from vines planted in volcanic soils in 2008. It fermented with 10% whole clusters, and the wine matured for 15 months in 40% new oak barrels. It has alluring scents of cranberry and red cherry jam with accents of flint, orange peel, mushrooms and bitters. The light-bodied palate offers concentrated, nuanced, woodsmoke and earth-laced flavors delivered in a silky frame, and its mouthwatering acidity draws you back to the glass for another sip. It drinks beautifully after a couple of hours in a decanter. 450 cases produced."  94