2019 Matteri
Matteri is a unique vineyard in the far North of Yamhill Carlton devoted solely to Pinot Noir. It sits alone on a South-facing ridge, isolated at 550 feet of elevation. Robert Matteri first planted here in 2011 and our blocks consist of Dijon 115, which is praised for its round, supple tannins and exotic aromatics. The Coastal Mountains provide a pronounced rain-shadow effect at Matteri, making this a cool, dry, and wind-swept vineyard with a long growing season. The result is concentrated fruit with small clusters and thick skins providing intensity and structure.
The 2019 Matteri is a dynamic wine, full of creamy black fruit, hibiscus, incense, leather, and citrus zest. The palate is texturally beguiling, alternating between rocky minerality, savory concentration, and lush power. The 2019 vintage shows typically substantial structure, but the lovely balance of polished tannins and mouthwatering acidity indicates serious cellar potential to come.
100% Pinot Noir, Single Vineyard Production, Matteri Vineyard
Winemaking:
Open Top Fermentation
33% Whole Cluster Fermentation
25% New French Oak
Aged 16 Months
93 pts. James Suckling
A firm, linear wine with a tight center palate. Creamy and polished texture with really fine tannins that provide a caressing mouth-feel. Medium to full body. Savory finish. A wine that needs time to open and soften. Drink after 2025.
Full Specifications
- Alcohol %: 13.8
- Vintage: 2019
- Varietal: Pinot Noir
- Appellation: Yamhill-Carlton
- Vineyard: Matteri
- Clone: Dijon Clone 115
- Cases Produced: 40
