Laurelwood District
Willamette Valley
Named for its deep Laurelwood loess soils, deposited by ancient floods. The uniform soil type and south-facing slopes produce Pinot Noir of consistency and elegance, with fine tannins and a persistent, silky finish.
The wines of Laurelwood District are made primarily from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Gris.
Vineyard Map
Climate
The south-facing aspect and elevation create a slightly warmer microclimate than northern exposures in the Willamette Valley, with increased solar radiation extending the growing season. The consistent Laurelwood loess soils provide uniform heat retention and drainage patterns across the district.
Terroir
The Laurelwood District sits atop Columbia River Basalt bedrock, overlain by deep deposits of Laurelwood loess - fine-grained, wind-blown sediments deposited during the Missoula Floods between 15,000-13,000 years ago. This uniform loess layer, often 4-8 feet deep, provides excellent drainage while retaining moisture, allowing vine roots to penetrate deeply into the well-structured soil profile above the impermeable basalt base.
Typical Aromas
What it tastes like
Body
Medium
Acidity
Bright
Tannin
Fine
Oak
A touch of oak
Ripeness
Fresh
Concentration
Medium
Medium-bodied and bright, with fine tannin; red fruit, a floral lift and an earthy side, with a taut finish.
red fruit · floral · earthy · stony · taut
Cork's estimate.
Similar styles
Lands in the same glass.
Grapes of Willamette Valley
Frequently Asked Questions
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