2013 Winderlea Weber Vineyards Pinot noir

230 cases produced

Long time Winderlea followers will know the Weber Vineyard by its former name, Ana. With the first release under the new name, we celebrate longtime growers and pioneers Arthur & Vivian Weber. We are grateful that Vivian still owns and sells fruit from this legendary parcel. As always, the Weber entices with its highly perfumed nose and wonderful layers of ripe red fruit, soft earthy spice and cinnamon. A mouthwatering texture brings out notes of pine and black tea.

Vineyards

100% Weber Vineyard

Selections

Pommard, Dijon 777

pH & TA

3.61 & 6.0 g/L

Finished Alcohol

13%

Harvest Dates

9.24.13

Aging

10 months in French Oak barrels 8% of which were new

Bottled

9.12.14

2013 Winderlea Vineyard Pinot noir

914 Cases Produced

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

2013 Winderlea Shea Vineyard Pinot noir

556 cases produced

Not unusual for this warm site, our first pick of the 2013 vintage took place at Shea vineyard. Deep ruby in color, the Shea shows a fascinating range of aroma and flavor this year. On the nose we find tart cherry, strawberries and dried herbs. On the palate the wine transitions to ripe cherry, raspberries and rhubarb. We love the layer of mushroom and bit of forest floor in this polished and round wine. Drink now and cellar through 2025.

Vineyards

100% Shea Vineyard

Selections

Pommard, Wädenswil

Harvest Dates

9.18.13

Finished Alcohol

13.5%

Aging

10 months in French Oak barrels 25% of which were new

Bottled

9.12.14

2013 Winderlea Murto Vineyard Pinot noir

118 cases produced

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

pH & TA

3.2 & 6.8 g/L

Finished Alcohol

12.5%

Harvest Dates

10.4.13

Aging

10 months in French Oak barrels 38% of which were new

Bottled

9.12.14

2013 Winderlea Meredith Mitchell Vineyard Pinot noir

252 Cases Produced

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 the 2013 Meredith Mitchell Pinot noir 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 (McMinnville/Pommard)

Harvest Dates

9.25.13

Finished Alcohol

13%

Aging

12 months in French oak 22% of which were new

Bottled

12.11.14

Release

Fall 2015

2013 Winderlea Maresh Vineyards Pinot noir

116 cases produced

A subtle ruby color, the Maresh shows dusty rose, mushroom and some dried herb on the nose, along with hints of toast that follow through to the palate. This is a well-balanced wine with beautiful tension between the sweet and savory notes, highlighted by ripe fresh cherries, rosemary and earthy characteristics. Bright and fresh now or cellar through 2025.

Vineyards

100% Maresh Vineyard

Selections

Dijon 115

Harvest Dates

10.5.13 & 10.6.13

Finished Alcohol

12.5%

Aging

10 months in French Oak barrels 38% of which were new

Bottled

9.12.14

2013 Winderlea Legacy Pinot Noir

174 cases produced

Sourced exclusively from original, own-rooted vines on the Winderlea Vineyard, these 1974 plantings show what a difference vine age can make. With the silkiest of textures, the 2013 Legacy leads with heady aromatics of ripe strawberry, currant, and orange peel. The palate begins brightly with cranberry and dusty rose, transitioning into darker notes of dried thyme, dried mushrooms and lavender. Mid-palate shows forest floor, blackberry and sweet and sour cherries leading into a soft and delicate finish.

Vineyard & Clones

100% Winderlea (Dundee Hills/35 year old Pommard, Dijon 115, Coury, Wadenswil)

Harvest Dates

9.19 & 9.27.13

Finished Alcohol

12.8%

Aging

28% New French oak barrels. Aged for 12 months prior to bottling.

Bottled

12.11.14

Release

November 2015

2013 Winderlea Juliard Vineyard Pinot Noir

99 cases produced

Our neighbor to the east, Juliard Vineyard’s Pinot noir was first planted in 1987 and these old vines now produce an average of only about one ton of fruit per acre. Well balanced, with aromas of rose petal and lavender, the palate shows black cherry, cranberry and a bit more generous structure than we are used to seeing off of this site. Juliard distinguishes itself with delicate notes of citrus and orange blossom which add to its signature Dundee Hills characteristics.

Selections

Own-rooted, old vine Pommard

Harvest Date

09.20.13

Finished Alcohol

13.1%

Aging

10 months in French Oak of which 20% were new barrels.

Bottled

09.12.14

Release

March 2015

2013 Winderlea Imprint Pinot Noir

176 cases produced

The only wine produced onsite at the Winderlea Estate Vineyard, the Imprint Pinot noir is made by owner Bill Sweat using natural wine making techniques and 100% whole cluster fermentation.

A light, red brick color, the 2013 Imprint opens with aromatics of crushed rose petals, red cherries, slate, orange zest and coriander. The palate has delicate, soft tannins that usher in dried fruit, herbs and mushrooms with secondary layers of forest floor, pink peppercorn and the signature whole cluster spice we have come to expect and love about this wine.

Vineyard & Clones

100% Winderlea (Coury, Pommard)

Harvest Dates

9.18 & 9.25.13

Finished Alcohol

13.0%

Aging

16 months in French Oak of which 39% were once-used barrels.

Bottled

3.02.15

Release

September 2015

2013 Winderlea Dundee Hills Vineyards Pinot noir

817 cases produced

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

Selections

Dijon 115, Pommard, Dijon 777

Harvest Dates

9.24.13, 10.4.13, 10.6.13

Finished Alcohol

12.8%

Aging

10 months in French Oak barrels 10% of which were new

Bottled

9.12.14

Release

10.18.14