2023 Pinot Noir Johan Vineyard
Johan Vineyard, a Certified Biodynamic estate located just a few miles from us in the Van Duzer AVA, boasts gentle-sloping vineyards primarily composed of Helvetia, Steiwer, and Santiam silts from the valley’s ancient marine sedimentary bedrock. Crafted from Dijon clones 114 and 667 from blocks at approximately 250 ft elevation, this wine was fined using egg whites from Johan’s very own chickens! It’s aromatically expressive and highly textured, a reflection of the world-class farming that makes Johan so locally beloved.
Wine Specs
Vintage
2023
Varietal
Pinot Nior
Appellation
Van Duzer Corridor
Alcohol %
13.6
Wine Profile
Vintage Notes
The 2023 vintage kept us on our toes. A frigid early spring delayed budbreak, but
record-breaking May temperatures led to the shortest phenological intervals ever
recorded in the Willamette Valley. Sporadic June rains and rare August thunderstorms
provided hydration, yet the vintage maintained its relentless pace. Harvest arrived
like an unstoppable tidal wave, making it our busiest September on record. Despite
its rapid and unpredictable nature, meticulous yield management and skilled
winemaking resulted in a diverse selection of aromatic, well-balanced wines.
Production
300 Cases