Wine Description
Named for a lyric in India Arie’s India’s Song, Mountain Echo reflects our belief that wine can be a conduit for place—a voice amplified through the glass. This Pinot Noir echoes the spirit of the Chehalem Mountains, crafted entirely from our oldest vines in Block One.
Aromas of cranberry, dried cherry, and pie cherry mingle with lavender on the nose, hinting at the elegance to follow. The palate is energetic and refined—bursting with red fruit, framed by fine-grained tannins, and carried by a natural freshness that gives the wine length and lift.
A blend of Dijon 115, 777, and Pommard clones, this wine spent ten months in 15 barrels from six different French cooperages. Each brought a subtle voice to the chorus, helping us capture the full resonance of the site.
This is Mountain Echo in its purest form—expressive, grounded, and singing with clarity.
Tasting Notes
Aroma: Cranberry, dry cherry, pie cherry, lavender.
Taste: Burst of fruit, fine grain tannins, elegant, structured, energy, freshness, length.
Bottle Details
Alcohol %
13.2%
AVA
Chehalem Mountains
Reviews
“A pretty, well-balanced and medium-bodied red that has everything in good proportions. Red and black cherry aromas, while expansive black plum, clove and forest floor flavors follow. Moderate tannins and good acidity keep it well balanced. Drink now. - Jim Gordon, Executive Editor”
“Hunger pangs are triggered as the wine's aromas of marionberries and raspberries served on pound cake swirl up from the glass. There's no escaping dessert on the palate, either, as rich raspberry coulis, cardamom and white tea flavors hold court. This is lighter-bodied fare, with plush tannins and enough acidity to make your neighbor's mouth water. - Michael Alberty”
