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Winderlea Current Releases
2015 Winderlea Chardonnay
900 cases produced
Buy Now Brilliant, golden straw in color, the 2015 Winderlea Chardonnay shines with a complex blend of aromatics. Citrus pith and wet stone follow through to a palate that is marked by minerality, poached pear, crème brulée, bright lemon and a creamy quality that reinforces subtler notes of toasty brioche. Slightly tropical, the texture and structure of this wine leave a long, perfectly balanced finish.
- Vineyards
- Carabella, Hyland & Thistle
- AVA
- Willamette Valley
- Selections
- Dijon 76 & 95, CA 108, 4
- Harvest Dates
- 9.8, 9.18 & 9.26.15
- Finished Alcohol
- 13.7%
- Aging
- 10 months in French Oak of which 15% were new barrels
- Bottled
- 7.27.16
- Release
- January 2017
2015 Winderlea Bryan Creek Vineyard Pinot noir
151 cases produced
Buy Now Dark in both color and profile, this wine, sourced from Adelsheim's Chehalem Mountains AVA site, balances heartiness and weight with bright fruit and aromatics. Strong tannin structure and layers of flavor combine to produce equal parts power and finesse.- Vineyard
- Bryan Creek Vineyard
- Selections
- Pommard
- Finished Alcohol
- 14.3%
- Harvest Dates
- 9.15.15
- Aging
- 10 months in French Oak, 18% new
- Bottled
- 8.23.16
- Release
- April 2018
2015 Winderlea Crawford Beck Vineyard Pinot noir
267 cases produced
Buy Now Notes of bramble, spice, cranberry and plum lead to a palate marked by cherry cola, huckleberry, cinnamon and dried blueberry. Mouthwatering structure, firm tannin and a big finish will have you reaching for a second glass.- Vineyard
- Crawford Beck Vineyard
- Selections
- Pommard, Swan, Dijon 115, Clone 60
- Finished Alcohol
- 13.6%
- Harvest Dates
- 9.16.15
- Aging
- 10 months in French Oak, 20% new
- Bottled
- 8.23.16
- Release
- April 2018
2015 Winderlea Maresh Vineyard Pinot noir
175 cases produced
Buy Now This intriguing wine shows flavors that oscillate between sweet, primary aromas of cherry, vanilla and wild rose against a backdrop of cocoa and fresh brewed espresso. Thyme and wild strawberry mark a broad and lengthy finish.- Vineyard
- Maresh Vineyard
- Selections
- Dijon 115
- Finished Alcohol
- 13.4%
- Harvest Dates
- 9.26.15
- Aging
- 10 months in French Oak, 19% new
- Bottled
- 8.23.16
- Release
- February 2018
2014 Winderlea Dundee Hills Vineyards Pinot noir
1,892 cases produced
Buy Now A bright ruby red color this pretty and sassy wine shows great red fruit (cherries, strawberries and cranberries) on the nose and follows through on the palate. Delicious layers of red fruit combine with subtle savory notes to create a silky wine that is ready to drink and enjoy now or cellar for a decade.
- Vineyards
- Maresh, Murto, Weber, Winderlea
- Selections
- Dijon 115, Pommard, Dijon 777
- Harvest Dates
- 9.15 - 10.4.14
- Finished Alcohol
- 14%
- Aging
- 10 months in French Oak barrels 18% of which were new
- Bottled
- 8.31.15
- Release
- 11.1.16
2014 Winderlea Meredith Mitchell Vineyard Pinot noir
303 Cases Produced
Buy Now From our newest estate vineyard in the Coast Ranges of the McMinnville AVA comes a Pinot noir that exemplifies the richness of this region and the signature syrah-like color of the site. The striking nose of this wine shows earthy, dried herbs alongside ripe cherry and bay leaf. The palate mimics the aromatic tension between sweet and savory, continuing with black tea, plum and blueberry pie, ending with a mouthwatering finish that just won't stop.- Vineyard & Clones
- 100% Meredith Mitchell Vineyard; Pommard
- Harvest Dates
- 9.16.14
- Finished Alcohol
- 14%
- Aging
- 13 months in French oak 20% of which were new
- Bottled
- 12.14.16
- Release
- October 2017
2014 Winderlea Murto Vineyard Pinot noir
118 cases produced
Buy Now The Murto is deep purple in color with concentrated notes of red and black fruit, alongside a fine layer of root beer barrel on the nose. On the palate we find the most compelling combination of blackberries, blueberries, wet stone and tea. We’d recommend opening a bottle to drink now and laying some down for a year or two for maximum pleasure. The Murto is always a wine that cellars well for 10+ years.- Vineyards
- 100% Murto Vineyard
- Selections
- Pommard, Wädenswil
- Finished Alcohol
- 13.8%
- Harvest Dates
- 9.22.14
- Aging
- 10 months in French Oak barrels 18% of which were new
- Bottled
- 9.3.15
- Release
- December 2016
2014 Winderlea Vineyard Pinot noir
520 Cases Produced
Buy Now Our estate vineyard, originally planted in 1974, is comprised of 16 planted acres of Pinot noir. Our flagship wine, the Winderlea Vineyard Pinot noir, exemplifies what this stunning site is all about. With a dark, brilliant color, the 2014 Winderlea Vineyard Pinot noir opens with aromatics of earl gray tea, roses, and spiced raspberries. The palate follows with red and black cherry alongside vanilla bean and dark notes of espresso and wood spice, complementing the fine tannins and structure of this wine.- Vineyard & Clones
- 100% Winderlea Vineyard; Pommard, Dijon 114, 115, 667, 777
- Harvest Dates
- 9.15, 9.18, 9.19.14
- Finished Alcohol
- 14.3%
- Aging
- 12 months in French Oak 20% of which were new
- Bottled
- 12.17.15
- Release
- October 2017
2013 Winderlea Vineyard Pinot noir
914 Cases Produced
Buy Now Our estate vineyard, originally planted in 1974, is comprised of 16 planted acres of Pinot noir. Our flagship wine, the Winderlea Vineyard Pinot noir, exemplifies what this stunning site is all about. With a vibrant, ruby color, the 2013 Winderlea Vineyard Pinot noir opens with aromatics of earl gray tea, roses, and spiced raspberries. The palate follows with red and black cherry alongside vanilla bean and dark notes of espresso and wood spice, complementing the fine tannins and structure of this wine.
- Vineyard & Clones
- 100% Winderlea Vineyard (Dundee Hills AVA) Pommard, Coury, Dijon 114, 115, 667, 777
- Harvest Dates
- 9.18, 9.19, 9.25.13
- Finished Alcohol
- 13.1%
- Aging
- 10 months in French Oak 28% of which were new
- Bottled
- 9.12.14
- Release
- May 2016
Previous Releases
2016 Winderlea Rosé of Pinot noir
291 cases produced
Sunshine in a bottle! This dry, barrel fermented rosé represents everything we love about pink wine. Pairs equally well with spicy barbecue, indian curries and summer nights on the back deck. Bright, fresh and oh-so-friendly, our rosé has abundant aromatics leaping from the glass. Fresh strawberry, watermelon and a hint of lime zest carry through to the palate where, mouthwatering and vibrant, the fruit is held in check by the deft palate and subtle note of fresh basil.
- Vineyards
- Weber Vineyard & Winderlea Vineyard
- AVA
- Dundee Hills
- Selections
- Pommard, Dijon 777
- Harvest Dates
- 9.7.16
- Finished Alcohol
- 12.9%
- Aging
- 5 months in neutral French Oak barrels
- Bottled
- 3.23.17
- Release
- 5.1.2017
2016 Winderlea Meredith Mitchell Pinot blanc
205 cases produced
The 2016 Pinot blanc is our third release from our newest estate vineyard in the McMinnville AVA. The wine is aged and fermented in a combination of two types of vessels: neutral oak and a traditional clay amphora. Showing distinct aromatics of honeydew melon, grapefruit and wet concrete, this wine is lithe and textured on the palate with creamy softness balancing bright acidity. Lime zest, pineapple and guava complement the more subtle flavors of fresh thyme and dried herbs.
- Vineyard
- Meredith Mitchell
- AVA
- McMinnville
- Harvest Date
- 9.22.16
- Finished Alcohol
- 12.8%
- Aging
- 5 months in 62% neutral French oak barrel
- and 38% clay amphora
- Bottled
- 3.24.17
- Release
- May 2017
2015 Winderlea Rosé of Pinot noir
299 cases produced
Sunshine in a bottle! This dry, barrel fermented rosé represents everything we love about pink wine. Pairs equally well with spicy barbecue, indian curries and summer nights on the back deck. Fresh strawberry and hints of rose petal on the nose follow through to a bright and tropical palate. A hint of lime and wet stone offer textural bliss to this perfect summer sipper.
- Vineyards
- Weber Vineyard & Winderlea Vineyard
- AVA
- Dundee Hills
- Selections
- Pommard, Dijon 777
- Harvest Dates
- 9.9 & 9.15.15
- Finished Alcohol
- 13.3%
- Aging
- 6 months in neutral French Oak barrels
- Bottled
- 4.5.16
- Release
- 5.1.2016
2015 Winderlea Meredith Mitchell Pinot blanc
359 cases produced
The 2015 Pinot blanc is our second release from our newest estate vineyard in the McMinnville AVA. The wine is aged and fermented in three different vessels: neutral oak, stainless steel and a tradtional clay amphora. Showing distinct aromatics of honeydew melon, grapefruit and wet concrete, this wine is lithe and textured on the palate with creamy softness balancing bright acidity. Lime zest, pineapple and guava complement the more subtle flavors of fresh coriander and dried herbs.
- Vineyard
- Meredith Mitchell
- AVA
- McMinnville
- Harvest Date
- 9.29.15
- Finished Alcohol
- 12.8%
- Aging
- 6 months in 52% neutral French oak barrel
- 26% clay amphora
- 22% stainless steel barrel
- Bottled
- 4.5.16
- Release
- May 2016
2014 Winderlea Meredith Mitchell Pinot blanc
258 cases produced
2014 is our inaugural release of Pinot blanc from our newest estate vineyard in the McMinnville AVA. The wine is aged and fermented in three different vessels: neutral oak, stainless steel and a traditional clay amphora. Striking aromatics of freshly cut grass, honeydew melon and wet stone leap from the glass while the palate stays lithe and textured with generous minerality balancing out bright acidity and fresh fruit. Lime zest, pineapple and guava meets subtler flavors of fresh parsley and dried herbs.
- Vineyard
- Meredith Mitchell
- AVA
- McMinnville
- Harvest Date
- 10.5.14
- Finished Alcohol
- 13%
- Aging
- 4 months in 44% clay amphora
- 36% stainless steel barrel
- 20% neutral French oak barrel
- Bottled
- 3.2.15
- Release
- 5.1.15