2018 Silice Pinot Noir
Accolades
94 Points James Suckling * 93 Points Wine Spectator * 93 Points Vinous
Silice: A Bergström Wines Estate
Planted 2001 * Chehalem Mountains AVA * Elevation: 400ft
The French word for “Silica,” the shiny quartz in sand, Silice has the deepest sandy soils of any of our estate vineyards. This 20-acre vineyard sprawls over four different rolling sandy hillsides in the Chehalem Mountains AVA and most probably is a 60 million-year-old sand dune or beach. Silice sees all-day, unrelenting sun exposure, and strong winds that give the Pinot Noirs spicy powerful notes of gingerbread, cola and sassafras, with a mild savory and pretty floral lift while Silice Chardonnay is textural, bright, and delicate with a citrusy floral bouquet. Learn more about the Silice Vineyard
Winemaker Notes
*updated January 2025
Enticingly spicy and complex, this wine reveals aromas of ripe strawberries, leather, chocolate cake, and stem spice, layered with notes of Grand Marnier, blackberry pie, and Oregon white truffle. A seamless interplay of sweet and savory emerges, with black pepper, cured meats, and an earthy complexity adding depth. Having evolved beautifully, the wine showcases ageworthy tannins and a delightfully long, lingering finish.
Wine Profile
| Vintage | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | Red Wine |
| Varietal | Pinot Noir |
| Alcohol % | 13.5 |
| Size | 750 ml |