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Date Printed: 5/23/2013
Archery Summit Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir 2007
Archery Summit Red Hills Estate Pinot Noir 2007
 (search item no. 109136)
International Wine Cellar rating: 92 points
The Wine Advocate rating: 91 points
PRICE ON 5/23/2013: $79.99

ratings pedigree (past vintages):
2010 Wine Spectator rating: 91 points
2010 The Wine Advocate rating: 91 points
2009 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
2009 Wine Enthusiast rating: 93 points
2009 International Wine Cellar rating: 92 points
2009 Wine Spectator rating: 90 points
2008 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
2008 The Wine Advocate rating: 92 points
2005 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
1999 The Wine Advocate rating: 93 points
1999 Wine Spectator rating: 92 points
1999 International Wine Cellar rating: 89 points
1998 Wine Spectator rating: 91 points
1997 Wine Spectator rating: 89 points

Winemaker's Notes:

 Our 26-acre Red Hills Estate vineyard is a gentle south-facing slope ranging in elevation between 400 and 600 feet in the heart of the Dundee Hills AVA. On basaltic, Jory soils, it produces one of our finest vineyard designated wines. The vineyard contains 18-year old plantings of self-rooted Pommard clones as well as Dijon clones planted up to 4,800 vines per acre and is meticulously farmed utilizing sustainable practices, ensuring the highest possible fruit quality.

This wine lures with an inviting perfume of bluefruits and floral notes, manuka honey, clove and allspice. The palate is a mouthwatering amalgam of black cherry and blackberry with hints of exotic sandalwood, star anise and fresh korinjte cinnamon. This is a wine of integrity; alluring in its vibrancy, purity and focus, balanced in flavor and texture. From the attack, which is smooth and compelling, to the succulent midpalate and crescendo of a finish, this wine is a harmonious whole that keeps on giving.

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About Archery Summit Winery:

 Since its inception in 1993, Archery Summit has been devoted to crafting exceptional Pinot Noir from its 120 acres across five estate vineyards. Inspired by the remarkable growing conditions provided by the Willamette Valley, Archery Summit approaches each step of the winemaking process with particular thoughtfulness and care. This rich tradition has driven an international reputation that is among the finest of new world Pinot Noir. The Archery Summit portfolio is comprised of Archery Summit Estate, Arcus Estate, which are located in the Dundee Hills AVA and Looney Vineyard, located in the Ribbon Ridge AVA as well as their proprietary blend, Premier Cuvee.