J. Christopher Pinot Noir Basalte Unfiltered Chehalem Mountains 2017 750 ML

The 2017 vintage was excellent in the Willamette Valley, in spite of a very hot summer and the worrisome threat of wildfires. We brought in superbly ripe fruit, the harvest itself was less frenzied than in most years, and the wines have turned out beautifully. Because of the warm summer, we thought we were in for another very early harvest. Fortunately, cooler weather and a bit of cleansing rain came to us in September. After the fast start in summer, this respite gave the fruit time to finish ripening at a much slower pace, while retaining freshening acidity.