Description

Drouhin Oregon Roserock
Zéphirine Pinot Noir

Eola-Amity Hills AVA, Oregon

Fruit Source:

• • Roserock Vineyard, Drouhin Family Estate

AVA:

• • Eola-Amity Hills

Sustainable Certification:

• • LIVE

About Our Zéphirine Pinot Noir

• • Our Zéphirine Pinot Noir is a barrel selection cuvée from the Roserock vineyard, and is a reference expression of the site.
  • Zéphirine conveys purity and beauty, reflects winemaker Véronique Drouhin’s dedication to elegance and finesse, and will age meaningfully for years to come.
  • The name refers to the Zéphirine Drouhin variety of climbing rose, which is known for its fragrance and beauty.

The 2021 Vintage

• • The 2021 vintage was absolutely worth the wait, and we couldn’t be more pleased with the charm and grace its wines present at every level.
  • An arid and warm spring led to an even warmer, drier summer with notable heat spikes.
  • Wonderfully, the vines remained healthy, and as temperatures cooled in mid-September, harvest was able to stretch out over three smooth weeks, ending in early October.
  • After a dramatic growing season, the vines delivered grapes with complex flavors, incredible balance, and layers of elegance.
  • As winemakers and grape growers, we couldn’t have asked for a better gift from the vineyard.

Véronique’s Tasting Notes:

• • Our 2021 Roserock Zéphirine Pinot Noir gets right to the point: it is a fragrant, complex, exuberant expression of our vineyard, and its potential longevity is inspiring.
  • On the nose, black currants, violet and lavender invite exploration.
  • On the palate, juicy blue/black notes of wild berries and subtle earthiness wrap around a touch of spice.
  • The tannins are firm yet elegant, providing a smooth mouthfeel and a long, satisfying finish. In short, the 2021 Zéphirine is special!