Melody Maker spotlights Dijon 777, the “pretty” clone that naturally leans melodic: generous fruit, perfume, and an easy sense of flow. In 2021, warmth brought fullness, but Chehalem elevation and volcanic soils kept the wine from feeling heavy. We kept the cellar work measured, native fermentation and a restrained oak frame, so the fruit stays vivid and the spice feels woven in. It opens on mixed berries and subtle toast, deepens into warm spice and sun warmed fruit, finishing balanced and lingering like a hook you catch yourself humming later.

Studio Notes
• From the vineyard: Compris Vineyard, Block 1 (planted 2000), Jory volcanic, Dijon 777, LIVE certified, farmed with organic principles
• In the cellar: 100% destemmed, 4 day cold soak, native yeast, punchdowns then pumpovers, 18 months 228L French oak (Cadus and Mercurey), 25% new
• Tech at a glance: 13.5% alc, TA 5.6 g/L, pH 3.70, residual sugar 0 g/L (dry), 100 cases

Naming Inspiration
Melody Maker, The Kooks. Named for 777’s role in the lineup, the beautiful line that keeps returning.