2019 St. Innocent Momtazi Pinot Noir

Vineyard Notes: Momtazi Vineyard is located in the McMinnville AVA, 7 miles west of McMinnville, Oregon. The Pinot Noir grapes for this wine come from four blocks at the top of the vineyard on a steep, exposed and windblown hillsides. Planted in 1999 and 2004 on thin, poor soils, the vines have a south and SW exposure at an elevation of 680-760'. The vineyard is certified biodynamic by Demeter.

Production Notes: Release Date: Apr 2023; Production 1152 cases. The de-stemmed grapes were fermented in 4-8 ton stainless steel and Burgundy oak fermenters with no SO2, allowing the fermentations to process naturally. After gentle pressing and settling, the wine aged in French oak barrels, 21% of which were new, for 16 months before bottling by gravity and without fining.

Tasting Notes: Undercurrents of earth and savory spice are hallmarks of Momtazi Vineyard. Pair with earthy dishes with umami like pho, ramen, braised meats, roasts, mushrooms or dishes with eastern spices