2015 Pinot Noir – Cardiac Hill
Single-block Pinot Noir from our steepest vineyard site
Grown on the steepest slope of our estate vineyard, the 2015 Cardiac Hill Pinot Noir offers a bold yet refined expression of hillside terroir. This one-acre block, planted in 1995 with Pommard and Dijon 115 clones, is densely planted and naturally low-yielding, producing wines of remarkable intensity and complexity. Fermented with 25% whole clusters and aged 20 months in French oak (25% new), this vintage is vibrant and expressive, with red fruit, earth, and savory spice. Now beautifully aged under cork, it’s in a peak window for enjoyment. Only 125 cases were produced—and just 11 remain. A must-have for those who appreciate site-driven Oregon Pinot Noir with structure and soul.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2015
Varietal
Pinot Noir
Appellation
Yamhill-Carlton
Vineyard Designation
Estate
Harvest Date
09/19/15
Sugar
23.7 Brix
Acid
6.0 g/l
pH
3.17
Aging
20 months in 25% new French oak barrels
Bottling Date
June 2017
Alcohol %
12.8
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Aromas of raspberry, cherry, cranberry, and violet lead into earthy tones of peat moss and white truffle. On the palate, red fruit, silky tannins, and vibrant acidity come together in a long, elegant finish.
Vineyard Notes
Planted in 1995, Cardiac Hill is our steepest vineyard block—just one acre, densely planted at 1,200 vines per acre. With ribbons of clay and high elevation, the slope naturally limits yield and intensifies character, producing Pinot Noir with structure, spice, and a distinct sense of place.
Production Notes
Fermented in small lots with 25% whole clusters to enhance structure and complexity. Aged 20 months in French oak barrels (25% new) and bottled unfined and unfiltered. 125 cases produced.
Winemaker Notes
Hand-harvested and 75% destemmed, with 25% whole clusters included. After a three-day cold soak, fermentation began with twice-daily punch-downs and pump-overs. Aged 20 months in 25% new French oak. Bottled June 2017, unfined and unfiltered.
Food Pairing Notes
Pairs beautifully with duck breast, herb-crusted pork tenderloin, grilled salmon, or mushroom risotto. Also excellent with aged cheeses like Gruyère or bold blue cheese with dried fruit. A versatile wine that shines with earthy, savory dishes.
Production
125 cases
Other Notes
The 2015 and 2016 vintages of Cardiac Hill show two distinct expressions of this challenging slope: 2015 is darker, earthier, and more brooding, while 2016 is lifted and floral with savory detail. Both offer structure for aging and a deep sense of place.