2017 Dardis Pinot noir
Our estate-grown Pinot noir Dardis from the west portion of Fairsing Vineyard is named for Mary Ann McNally’s paternal grandmother Hannah Dardis.
A deep garnet color greets alluring aromatic spice. This wine showcases firm velvety tannins that frame savory earth and ripe red plum flavors. On the palate dark berry flavors mingle with an expressive finish.
Drink now through 2028.
Select Pinot noir blocks were harvested across the vineyard under blue skies October 4, 2017
This combination of Dijon 115 and Pommard selections was entirely barrel fermented in French oak sourced from the Billon, Sirugue, and Cadus cooperages with emphasis on the Troncais and Allier forests.
Total elevage was ten months with 28% new French oak. Bottling occurred August 27, 2018 with final alcohol of 14.2%.
523 case production
| Vintage | 2017 |
| Varietal | Pinot noir |
| Varietal Composition | 96% Dijon 115 and 4% Dijon 114 |
| Appellation | Yamhill-Carlton |
| Vineyard | Fairsing Vineyard |
| Designation | Matriarch Pinot noir |
| Harvest Date | 10/04/2017 |
| Acid | 6.2 |
| PH | 3.61 |
| Aging | 10 months in 28% new French oak |
| Alcohol | 14.20% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 08/27/2018 |
| Cases Produced | 523 |
"Deep, glistening scarlet. Lively, mineral-accented red and blue aromas are complemented by suggestions of five-spice powder and candied rose. Silky and gently sweet, offering penetrating black raspberry, cherry and floral pastille flavors complemented by a building mineral nuance. Shows fine balance and spicy lift on the energetic, focused finish, which is shaped by smooth, harmonious tannins." - Josh Raynolds
92 Points, Vinous August 2020
"The 2017 Pinot Noir Dardis has a medium ruby color and opens with hints of toasted coconut and leather, segueing to dried violets and rose petals, warm earth, red currant jelly, warm blackberries and dried herbs. Medium-bodied, silky and intense, it has seamless freshness and a dense, flavorful finish. This will benefit from another year in bottle." - Erin Brooks
91+ Wine Advocate, April 2020
Fairsing Vineyard is managed sustainably in Oregon’s Yamhill- Carlton American Viticulture Area (AVA) with 38 acres of Pinot noir and five acres of Chardonnay in production.
The vineyard is nestled inside an 80-acre Certified Family Forest distinguished by biodiversity, varied topography, and panoramic views of the Northern Willamette Valley.
Fairsing Vineyard is a certified member of the Low Input Viticulture and Enology (LIVE) Association, the Salmon Safe program, the American Tree Farm System and are signatories of the Willamette Valley Oak Accord.
A veteran of the wine industry since the early 1970’s, Robert Brittan began his career in the Central Valley of California. Robert attended the University of California at Davis, graduating with a degree in Fermentation Science in 1981.
Robert attended the University of California at Davis, graduating in 1981 with a degree in Fermentation Science. His early work includes crafting wines for St. Andrews Vineyard and world-class Cabernet and Chardonnay for Far Niente Winery.
in 1988 Robert joined Stags’ Leap Winery and served as winemaker and general manager for the 240 acres of vineyards, gardens and wilderness that make up the historic Napa site.
In 2004, eager to focus on cool climate vareitals, Robert moved from California to Oregon wine country. In addition to managing his own vineyard and crafting wines for Brittan Vineyards, Robert is the consulting winemaker for select vineyards in the Willamette Valley.
A firm believer that wines are much more compelling as they age, Robert is committed to a minimalist winemaking style and partners with exceptional vineyard sites to craft wines that cellar beautifully.
Since 2012, Robert and his team have been crafting wines for Fairsing that are expressive and distinctive to the property. Robert’s enthusiasm for the varied exposures, geology, micro-climates, and selections across Fairsing Vineyard is reflected in his site-driven wines.
