Appearance
Bright ruby red color with garnet reflections, clean and medium layer that reveals its varietal elegance.
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CRISTOM Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
Varieties
Pinot Noir
Origin
United States
United States
Vintage
2022
Alcohol content
13.5º
84,60€
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CRISTOM Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
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Tasting notes
Nose
High aromatic intensity, with a bouquet that combines fresh red fruits such as sour cherry and raspberry, along with subtle nuances of blackberry and currant. Floral notes of violet and dried petals are appreciated, wrapped in delicate spicy touches of cinnamon and clove, along with an earthy and mineral background characteristic of the vineyard.
Palate
Fresh and silky entry, with polished tannins that provide structure without subtracting softness. The purity of the fruit stands out, accompanied by a vibrant acidity that lengthens the journey and enhances its elegant profile. The finish is persistent, with memories of ripe red fruits, light touches of undergrowth and a delicate spicy echo.
Food pairing
Mushroom and chicken risotto
Cheese
Asian dishes
Sushi
Duck
Description
It comes from the vineyard located at the highest elevation of the original estate, reaching between 166 and 224 meters in the Eola-Amity Hills near Salem, Oregon. Planted in 1997 and named after Eileen Gerrie, co-founder of Cristom, this parcel is distinguished by its southeast-east exposure, varied volcanic soils (Jory, Saum, Nekia, Ritner, Witzel, and Yamhill), and the marked influence of the strong winds of the Van Duzer Corridor.
Viticulture at Eileen is sustainable and minimally interventionist, with hand-harvesting, densities reaching up to 2,311 vines per acre, and an environment where the combination of deep and shallow soils, along with ocean winds, produces small berries and thicker skin, ideal for intensifying the structure and longevity of the wine.
In the winery, the 2021 vintage underwent spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts, approximately 51% whole cluster fermentation, fermentation in open vats with multiple daily pump-overs, and gentle pressing in a pneumatic press . The wine then rested for 17–18 months on its lees in French oak barrels, 32–34% of which were new, and was bottled unfiltered and unfined. .
The 2021 vintage is characterized by slow and even growth thanks to cool spring and warm summer weather, favoring balanced ripening . Approximately 816 cases were produced, and critics have recognized its quality with high scores: Jeb Dunnuck (96), Decanter (95), and Wine Enthusiast (92–96) .
This wine represents an expression of the extreme terroir of the plot: altitude, strong winds, diverse soils, and an agronomic and winemaking approach that seeks purity and longevity. Eileen has become one of Cristom's most awarded and emblematic labels, exporting the authentic essence of its origin.
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