Willamette Valley | Dundee Hills
2021 Knudsen Vineyards CCK Pinot Noir
Our “CCK” Pinot Noir is crafted from a meticulous selection of four barrels, with only 95 cases produced, to honor our father, Calvert C. Knudsen, and his passion for offering exquisite Oregon Pinot noir. This wine is a celebration of complexity, balance, and elegance, making it a true gem for connoisseurs.
FOUNDERS SERIES
Only available from Knudsen Vineyards
Estate Grown
LIVE Certified
Salmon Safe
The nose is an intricate bouquet that captivates and intrigues. Aromas of savory black pepper and fresh herbs weave through the vibrant scents of ripe red cherries and wild strawberries. Subtle layers of baking spices add depth and warmth, creating an inviting aromatic profile. On the palate, this Pinot noir is a symphony of flavors and textures. Bright, juicy fruit flavors of red currant, raspberry, and pomegranate burst forth. This wine boasts an impressive structure, with gripping tannins that provide a firm yet elegant backbone. The acidity is present and well-integrated, ensuring the wine remains lively and fresh while supporting its aging potential. The finish is long and persistent, echoing the wine’s intricate flavors.
Appellation Willamette Valley | Dundee Hills
Alcohol 13.8%
Soil Jory
Brix 23.2°
Oak French, 35% new, 16 mos.
pH 3.68
Ta 5.5 g/L
Cases 95
Winemaker Nate Klostermann
Bottled 02/2024
Released 09/2024
The 2021 growing season was remarkable in several respects including the very high quality of fruit produced. Coolness and some precipitation in early June during flowering resulted in below average fruit set and, ultimately, lower yields. Then, at the end of June, Oregon experienced a heat dome for several days with record-breaking high temperatures. The balance of the summer was warm and dry until early September, when a cooling allowed for a relatively long and nearly ideal harvest season. At Knudsen Vineyards, we started harvesting grapes in late August and concluded harvest in late September. The cool weather in September gave us time to pick our Pinot noir and Chardonnay grapes for still wine at nearly perfect physiological ripeness. The modestly lower yields and great weather conditions during harvest has enabled wines with excellent acidity, depth of color, big aromatics and great flavors. We are really excited about the quality, drinkability and age worthiness of the wines from the 2021 growing season.
