2019 Dardis Pinot noir
The Dardis Pinot noir crafted from fruit on the west side of Fairsing honors Mary Ann McNally’s paternal grandmother, Hannah Dardis.
The Dardis bears a signature deep garnet color and alluring aromatics of wood spice and forest floor. This wine showcases firm velvety tannins that frame savory and ripe dark fruit flavors. On the palate baked berry flavors mingle and flow through to an expressive finish.
Drink now through 2030.
Harvest of select blocks on the west side of the vineyard occurred under blue skies September 24, 2019.
This combination of Dijon 115 and Pommard selections barrel fermented in French oak sourced from Mercurey, Francois Freres, Taransaud, and Billion cooperages with emphasis on the Allier, Troncais, Nevers, and Vosgres forests.
Total elevage was ten months incorporating 30% new French oak. Bottling occurred August 26, 2020 with final alcohol of 13.3%.
299 case production
| Vintage | 2019 |
| Varietal | Pinot noir |
| Varietal Composition | Dijon 115 (97%) Pommard (3%) |
| Appellation | Yamhill-Carlton |
| Vineyard | Fairsing Vineyard |
| Harvest Date | 09/24/2019 |
| Acid | 6.0 |
| PH | 3.51 |
| Aging | 10 months in 30% new French oak |
| Alcohol | 13.30% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 08/26/2020 |
| Cases Produced | 299 |
“Blackberries and lilacs emerge from the glass, and befitting a Celtic-influenced winery, they are joined by an aroma similar to oat cakes. The wine’s graceful, silky mouthfeel is accompanied by flavors of blueberry scones with lemon icing and a cup of bergamot tea. With solid tannins and tangy acidity, enjoy now until 2032."
CELLAR SELECTION Wine Enthusiast, April 2023 - Michael Alberty,
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.
