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Red dry
The wine is vibrant and fresh with popping acidity and an effusive strawberry and cherried character. With 46% whole cluster fermentation, the spice is effortlessly integrated into the wine with fine tannins. This vintage is simply outstanding.
Serve at 14-16 °C with duck dishes, lamb ribs or beef tartare, porcini mushrooms.
Medium ruby red in color. Full, forward & fragrant nose of ripe fruit aromas of cherries, strawberries & blueberries with overtones of spices & floral notes, earthy/dusty, minerals & a slight touch of oak/vanilla in the background. Medium bodied with a very good concentration of well balanced & smooth textured, ripe fruit flavors of red cherries, strawberries & blueberries with spices, earthiness, minerals & a touch of vanilla. Lingering finish. Drinks quite well at present & may develop further with additional aging.
Cristom Vineyards is one of the most distinctive names in the Willamette Valley, where respect for nature, classical winemaking philosophy, and a long-term vision come together in perfect balance. Founded in 1992 in Oregon, the estate is located in a region now regarded as one of the world’s finest for Pinot Noir and cool-climate wines.
Here, vineyards are treated as living ecosystems, each with its own microclimate, soil structure, and natural rhythm. From the very beginning, Cristom embraced an organic and biodynamic approach, avoiding aggressive intervention and allowing nature to guide the process. Low yields, meticulous handwork, and careful selection result in wines that clearly express their sense of place.
The winemaking style is rooted in Old World traditions. Fermentation often takes place with native yeasts, whole clusters are used when appropriate, and technology is applied only when necessary to preserve quality. This philosophy produces wines that are alive, expressive, and authentic, rather than polished or formulaic.
Cristom’s greatest pride is its Pinot Noir. These wines combine elegance, structure, and emotional depth. They are never heavy or overripe, but instead refined and layered, with vibrant acidity and a long, graceful finish. Equally important are the estate’s Chardonnays, known for their minerality, freshness, and restrained use of oak.
While Cristom wines are highly enjoyable in their youth, their true potential unfolds with time. They are among the few Oregon wines celebrated for their aging ability and graceful evolution, revealing increasing complexity and harmony over the years.
Today, Cristom Vineyards stands as one of the benchmark producers of the Willamette Valley — a winery that successfully unites European tradition, New World precision, and authentic terroir expression.
