Patricia Green Cellars Ana Vineyard Pinot noir 09

Incredible aromatics of rose petals, freshly cooked lamb, and earth toned red-spices. The texture is always graceful, at once being mouth-filling but never in an aggressive way. The finish is long, subtle and complete. This is a terrific rendition of what Dundee Hills Pinot Noir can and should taste like. 192 cases bottled.

This site is located in the bowl off of Worden Hill Rd. where it lies adjacent to Goldschmidt, Weber and Arcus vineyards. Planted in 1978, Ana was a purchased a few years ago by vineyard manager extraordinaire Andy Humphrey. This is our 5th vintage with Ana Vineyard however we added a new block to the mix which we have had our eyes on since the first year we started getting fruit from this site. It finally fell into our lap in 2009.

There is simply no replacing well farmed, older vines. The nuances, texture and innate complexity that these older vines provide are not qualities that a winemaker can fake. You either have these older vines and are able to bring forth these positive elements or you don’t. - the winery

2007 Vintage Tasting Notes

2007 Tanzer - 91 points - Medium red. Sexy aromas of raspberry and blackberry preserves, cherry-cola and Asian spices, along with a floral topnote. The cherry-cola quality repeats on the palate, which also offers rose pastille and clove flavors. Becomes sweeter on the persistent finish, with no loss of energy or clarity. This is drinking very well right now."

Patty weaves her usual magic here. It's full of fresh blackberry, black plum, and a hint of vanilla cream. Balanced acidity and silky tannins combine with Patty's vibrant style. Drinking deliciously now, or cellarworthy as well.

Pinot noir made from Ana Vineyard fruit has a great advantage entering the Oregon Pinot noir market. Mike Etzel, co-owner and winemaket at Beaux Freres, makes the Ana Pinot noir and uses fruit from the vineyard in some of his wines. One of Oregon's best vineyard manager, Andy Humphrey, owns and manages the property.

Andy also sells grapes to several additional fine wineries, including Beaux Frères, Elk Cove, Il Dolce Vida, Laurent Montalieu & NW Wine Services, Lachini Vineyards, and Lemelson.