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Hyland Vineyard is sits relatively high
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the McMinnville foothills of the Willamette Valley
THE DIRT!
Farmed by organic practices, Auteur's Hyland
designate is 80% Pommard clone and 20% Wadensvil clone nestled
primarily in volcanic soils, named Jory and Nekia. These
volcanic deposits originated from lava flows from over 15
million years ago, followed by ancient floods resulting
in soils with excellent minerality and drainage. Typically
4-6 feet in depth and consisting of a brick colored silty,
clay loam, these soils are ideal for viticulture where the
roots are encouraged to grow deep into the earth, while
the rich soils nourish the vines. The influence of these
soils in our wines is big brambly red berry fruit accented
with flowers, exotic spice and exquisite minerality.
TRADE
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THE MICROCLIMATE
Hyland Vineyard consists of some of the oldest vines in
Oregon with original plantings in the early 1970s. Hyland sits in the
McMinnville Foothills which is the gateway of the Van Duzer Corridor –
the main throat linking the Northern Willamette Valley with the Pacific
Coast. Here, a substantial marine influence drops the average daytime high
temperatures, extending hang time. All these factors contribute to the depth
and clarity of the 2005 Hyland Vineyard Pinot.
THE PALATE
A dense weave of black peppercorns, rose petal, wild
raspberry and blueberry compote with accents of carbon. Deep and brooding
with an intense core of black cherry elevated with lively acidity. Tannins are structured with
impressive length.
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TECHNICAL
DATA
Released March 1, 2007
80% Pommard/20% Wadensvil Clones
Native Yeast Fermentation
Aged 11 months in French Cooperage
50% New French Cooperage
13.1% Alc by Vol
125 Cases Produced
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