Brut, Willamette Valley, Oregon

2021 ELEMENTS BRUT

WillametteValleyAVA

GROWING SEASON

The 2021 growing season left us celebrating an abundance of quality in Oregon wine. Apart from three days in late June, it was a Cinderella vintage: cool and dry, the type of vintage that makes winemakers smile. Over  those  three  days  a  heat  dome  over  the  Pacific  Northwest  broke temperature records by 5-10 degrees across the valley. Fortunately, the plant growth stage at the time was such that there was minor damage to the vines or the developing berries. The remainder of the 2021 growing season across Oregon was warmer than average until the welcomed cool down in October. The wide swings in weather conditions lead to limited yields, resulting in a spectacular Oregon vintage that produced elegant red wines and vibrant whites.

WINEMAKERS NOTES

Started by former Winemaker, Andy McVay and finished by Winemaker Derek Einberger, this lovely Elements Brut is a bit of a meeting of the minds. Alongagingtimewithweeklystiringofthelees, evolved the mouthfeel of this wine from searing green apple acidity to lovelysavoryyeastyrichness.This wine packs the interest and intrigue of  a wine twice itsprice.

PAIRS BEST WITH

Oysters • Chantrelle Mushrooms • Risotto

TASTING NOTES

AVA: Willamette Valley

Aroma: Brioche, chamomile, Meyer lemon, green apple

Color: Pale straw

Mouthfeel: Dry, mouthwatering acidity

Flavor: Jasmine, underripe peach, lemon zest, baguette

Finish:Long, lingering, acid-driven

TECH FACTS

TA: 7.88

PH: 3.18

Alcohol Level: 12.3%

CasesProduced: 450