2022 Stermer Vineyard Pinot noir

Planted across the street from the winery in the Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Stermer Vineyard has been farmed organically since planting began at the site in 1997. With marine sedimentary soils atop a sandstone bedrock, the now mature site produces wines that tend to display prominent earth with a spicy, savory backbone. Our 2022 Stermer leads with Luxardo cherry, licorice, candied violets,  petrichor, anise and peppercorn aromas which spring from the glass. The palate is textured, supple and round with  milk chocolate flavors that culminate in a long finish.

Reviews from Acclaimed Wine Critics 

94 Points – Clive Pursehouse, Decanter
“Brilliant and intense, this Pinot Noir is from the Stermer Vineyard in the Yamhill-Carlton appellation, planted in 1997. It has always been organic. This Pinot Noir is precise and powerful, offering gorgeous, rich floral aromas, deep Pacific Northwest forest scents of earth and pine sap, piquant blood orange, and intense, tart blackberries. The palate delivers sleek black fruits and wild mint leaves, lifted along the way by a saline mineral streak and notes of white pepper spice.”

93 Points – International Wine Report
“This 2022 Stermer Vineyard Pinot Noir dazzles with a luminous ruby hue and subtle blue highlights at the rim. Aromas of ripe red cherries, cranberry compote, and crushed pomegranate unfold, joined by accents of roasted hazelnuts and a hint of dried thyme. The palate surprises with a whisper of orange zest and delicate almond paste, adding layers of intrigue. With fine-grained tannins and a medium body, the wine flows into a long, elegant finish that lingers with finesse.”