2023 Tarren Pinot Noir

Named for the Gaelic word meaning “rocky knoll”, the Tarren Vineyard is a 30-acre estate acquired in 2018 and planted primarily to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Resting between 500-700 feet with south-facing slopes, stony volcanic soils, and steady coastal winds, it is a site of rare beauty and ideal conditions. Surrounded by some of the valley’s most renowned neighbors, Tarren is already yielding wines of striking energy, structure, and longevity. The first appearance of this vineyard was in 2018 as part of our Estates Pinot Noir, marking what promises to be an enduring legacy in the Eola-Amity Hills.

Our inaugural bottling is a striking introduction to the character of this place. The wine is tightly wound around a bright core of acidity, fruit, and firm yet polished tannin—elements that signal real longevity in the cellar. On the palate, it feels sappy and mouth-coating, leaving a lasting impression that belies its youth. Red raspberry and wild blueberry take the lead, lifted by intriguing accents of ginger root and sassafras. A delicate floral thread of violets adds nuance, while woodsy tannins gently frame the core of fruit. This is a remarkable first expression from our estate, offering both immediate charm and the promise of graceful evolution.