
2024 Sunny Mountain Pinot Noir
94 Points | Jeb Dunnuck
Earthy undertones and a hint of pipe tobacco bring savory depth, while juicy dark cherry, raspberry spice, and red currant keep it fresh and inviting. Firm tannins and tingly acidity carry the body.
A plush, light- to medium-bodied, fruit-forward wine with crunchy raspberry, strawberry, slate and mineral flavors. Drink now.
Only 107 cases produced!
Flavor Notes
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"Bright and playful on the nose, with lifted red fruit and floral aromatics that feel both inviting and energetic. The palate mirrors freshness, with juicy red fruit balanced with a subtle, darker edge, dusty, savory, and just a touch of brooding. Oak is well integrated, supporting rather than leading. True to it's nature, this wine walks a beautiful line between light and dark; sunny and vibrant, yet quietly complex. A wine that seeks balance and gives generously with a charming, slightly mysterious side."
General Manager/Sommelier
"Sunny Mountain is a powerhouse wine. It's robust in a familiar way, like an exuberant friend you're excited to catch up with. Full of earth undertones and a hint of pipe tobacco bring savory depth, while juicy dark cherry, raspberry spice, and red currant keep it fresh and inviting. Firm tannings and tingly acidity carry it through. The wine calls for the night sky after a day outdoors."
Production Associate
“This wine offers an earthy, savory nose with notes of clay and fresh soil layered alongside cherry cola and ripe dark fruit aromas. On the palate, vibrant red fruits, pomegranate, and cherry mingle with deeper tones of black plum and cherry lozenge, creating a balance of brightness and richness. Medium acidity and soft tannins give the wine a smooth, approachable texture with an easy, balanced finish.”
Senior Tasting Lead
Winemaking Notes
The 2024 growing season began with an early bud break followed by warm and dry weather. Consistent sunshine throughout the summer allowed for optimal hang time.
There was a brief heatwave in July, but cool nights helped maintain acidity. Harvest commenced in early October, allowing for a smooth picking process with no pressure to rush.
Overall, fruit quality was outstanding, with balanced acidity and complex flavors. The 2024 vintage yielded vibrant wines with excellent concentration, making it a standout year for Oregon wine.
- Vineyards
- Sunny Mountain Vineyard.
- Case production
- 107
- Aging
- Aged in 20% new French Oak.
- Crush format
- Hand harvested, hand sorted, 100% destemmed.
- Fermentation
- Native fermentation.
- Bottling date
- 2025-09-04
- Harvest date
- 2024-09-29
- Vessel
- 20% new French Oak.
- Alcohol percentage
- 13.5%
- Residual sugar
- N/A
- Ph
- 3.62
- Acid
- 5.98 g/L
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