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Red dry
When founders Paul and Eileen Gerrie purchased the estate in 1992, there was an existing vineyard with tremendous potential planted in the mid-slope of the east facing site. Paul re-named the vineyard Marjorie after his mother and the first single vineyard wine was produced from the 1994 vintage. The vineyard is situated on a gently sloping bench of consistent, moderately deep volcanic soil in the heart of the hillside between the lower slopes of Louise Vineyard and the higher elevation Eileen Vineyard at the crest of the Eola Hills. Marjorie is distinctive at Cristom with lower density plantings, very small, highly concentrated clusters and wide-spacing rows that harken back to the earliest days of Oregon viticulture. First established in 1982 with own-rooted Pinot Noir, the 8.4-acre vineyard has been mostly re-planted now due to Phylloxera but the wines continue to retain the signature concentration, grace, texture and elegance that make this a distinguished site.
Serve at 14-16 °C with wild poultry, roasted duck, peeled duck with potatoes, grilled thin pork ribs with anise, fried tuna.
This has attractive red and blue-floral tones to the nose with fresh blueberry and cassis notes too. So much fragrance here. The palate holds a very plush and fleshy stance with ripe red cherry, dressed in sleek oak spice and tannin. Impressive clarity and depth here. Drink or hold.
The 2018 Pinot Noir Marjorie Vineyard is a lovely wine, opening slowly to rhubarb, blueberries and cured meats with earthy accents. The palate explodes with unexpected flavor, bowling me over with its concentrated layers of fruit, earth and spice. It has a silky, fresh frame and finishes long and layered. This was made with 48% whole clusters and aged 17 months in 67% new French oak and should age very well in the cellar. 513 cases were made.
"Cristom Vineyards," located in the Willamette Valley, Oregon, was established in 1992 by the Gerrie family. Their goal was to create exceptional wines that reflect unique growing sites, using old-world technologies and combining biodynamic and organic farming methods. The farm's philosophy is based on traditional methods: careful site selection, low yields, whole cluster fermentation, and native yeasts. "Cristom" aims to produce balanced, dynamic, intense, firmly structured, and long-lived wines. The "Cristom" brand was created by artist Timothy Tyler, and the name "Cristom" is a combination of the names of Gerrie's two children, Christine and Tom. "Cristom" wines are the product of many uniquely determined individual lives and interpretations of the land, craftsmanship, values, and principles carefully nurtured over time.
Wine Style
"Cristom Vineyards" wines are characterized by a distinctive character that reflects the uniqueness of the Willamette Valley terroir. They are elegant, harmonious, and complex, suitable for both youth and maturity.
Prestigious Vineyards
"Cristom Vineyards" owns several prestigious vineyards in the Willamette Valley, which are renowned for their unique growing conditions:
These prestigious vineyards are complemented by other, lesser-known but equally valuable plots where 'Pinot Noir' and 'Chardonnay' grapes are grown.
Maturation and Consumption Recommendations
The qualities of "Cristom Vineyards" wines allow them to be enjoyed at various stages of life. Due to their smooth tannins and refreshing acidity, they are perfect for tasting while still young, but they also acquire additional nuances of aroma and texture over time. 'Pinot Noir' wines, in particular, are known for their ability to develop in the bottle, so longer aging can reveal even more of their subtle qualities.
