Ken Wright Cellars Canary Hill Vineyard Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills '23

The 2023 Ken Wright Pinot Noir from Canary Hill Vineyard in the Eola-Amity Hills is an aromatic and balanced wine with light tannins and vibrant acidity. It offers complex flavors of raspberry, sassafras, and savory tea, evolving into rich layers on the long, layered finish. The wine is an aromatic powerhouse, blending blackberries, black tea, wet rocks, and dark chocolate, while its smooth texture complements cherry-vanilla gelato flavors with dark chocolate chips. The balance of acidity and mild tannins provides structure, making it both enjoyable now and promising great aging potential. Canary Hill Vineyard, planted in 1983, is known for its volcanic soils, with vines at an elevation of 450-550 feet. The wine is made from multiple clones of Pinot Noir and is recognized for its purity, intensity, and clarity. Jeb Dunnuck awarded the 2022 vintage 96 points, praising its complex aromas, weightless texture, ripe tannins, and long, mouthwatering finish with floral undertones. The vineyard's location and unique soil types contribute to the wine's exceptional character and ability to age gracefully.