2024 King Estate Artisan Series Pinot Gris

Tasting Notes

This wine features the signature characteristics of classic Pinot Gris, opening with the aromatics in the glass. Fruit notes of green apple, pear and gooseberry are. joined by their floral counterparts in honeysuckle and white violet, complemented by a hint of ginger and Meyer lemon. From these enticing aromatics, the wine blossoms on the palate, with fruit and acidity in beautiful balance. Full-bodied and delicious, the wine concludes with a lengthy finish.

Vineyard Notes

The Artisan Series is a collection of exceptional wines by King Estate Winery. Made with 100% estate-grown Biodynamic® fruit, this wine is crafted with meticulous care and attention to detail. The Artisan Series is a testament to the artistry of winemaking and to the values and principles behind it, starting with the King family’s commitment to stewardship of the land and continuing through to the time-honored traditions of great winemaking. Each bottle reflects the dedication that goes into sustainably producing premium Oregon Willamette Valley wine.

Winemaker Notes

The 2024 vintage could be characterized as average which for winemakers is close to perfect. A cool spring meant a slow start to the growing season. The first notable heat arrived in mid- to late June when the berries were in the early stage of development. A heat wave in July was followed by slightly warmer-than average temperatures in August. September was a weather roller coaster, with record-breaking heat early and late in the month and unseasonably cool temperatures in between. Nice conditions continued into October and through the end of harvest, with only a small amount of precipitation to manage. Under these conditions, all sites were able to achieve optimal ripeness. Wines from the 2024 vintage are expected to be superb. Harvest began on Sept. 9 and wrapped up six weeks later on Oct. 17.

Technical Notes

• Vintage 2024
• Varietal
• Appellation Willamette Valley
• Alcohol 13.5
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