2014 Dardis Pinot noir
Earthy aromatics and rich dark fruit flavors combine with elegant refined tannins framework. A dynamic wine with velvety texture and compelling depth.
Fairsing Vineyard’s 2014 Dardis Pinot noir is deftly crafted from Dijon 115, Pommard, and Wadenswil selections from the west portion of the vineyard.
Aged 10 months in 30% new French oak barrels with a limited production of 210 cases.
Vintage
The 2014 Dardis Pinot noir is the product of one of the warmest growing seasons on record in Oregon's Willamette Valley. We observed bud break April 11 followed by beautifully gentle rains throughout April and May. Bloom occurred in early June, followed by veraison in early August.
Harvest
Our fruit was in immaculate condition at harvest September 16 with higher than expected yields.
Elevage
This 2014 vintage of our Dardis Pinot noir is crafted from Dijon 115, Pommard, and Wadenswil selections.
Total elevage was ten months in 30% new French oak to a final alcohol of 13.9%
Case production 210
Exceptional now, this wine will cellar well through 2033
Structured and earthy, our Fairsing Vineyard Pinot noir Dardis showcases luscious dark berries, brown sugar and mocha aromas. An opulent wine with smoked black cherries and a long mouthwatering finish.
Food Pairing: Duck with blueberry demi-glaze
| Vintage | 2014 |
| Varietal | Pinot noir |
| Varietal Composition | 58% Dijon 115
31% Wadensvil
11% Pommard |
| Appellation | Yamhill-Carlton |
| Vineyard | Fairsing Vineyard |
| Harvest Date | 09/16/2016 |
| Acid | 6.4 g/L |
| PH | 3.49 |
| Aging | 10 months 30% new French oak |
| Alcohol | 13.90% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 09/01/2015 |
| Cases Produced | 210 |
91 Points
Wine Enthusiast
Cherry, berry and chocolate
flavors meld gracefully
with a thread of cola.
There's a briary undertone
to the fruit, and a dusting of
cocoa over the tannins.
This is ready to enjoy immediately.
- Paul Gregutt, Contributing Editor
February 2017
