Producer Notes from Archery Summit:

Gary Andrus launched Archery Summit in 1993, infatuated by Pinot Noir and the capacity the Willamette Valley seemed to have for it. The Dundee Hills in particular caught his eye, because it shares similar growing conditions with Burgundy, France, and some of the most acclaimed Pinot Noir vineyards on earth.

A veteran winemaker with a résumé full of award-winning Napa Valley wines, Andrus sharpened his craft at sister winery Pine Ridge Vineyards. He founded that label in 1978, going on to specialize in vineyard-designate wines, tied tightly and evocatively to the sites they pulled from.

The spirit of site-specific wine persists at Archery Summit. We have assembled an impressive family of vineyards over the years: five estate vineyards and three grower sites covering four unique American Viticultural Areas.

About the cuvee:

"The 2022 Summit Pinot Noir is a harmonious delight, offering a vibrant medley of wild herbs, tobacco, and dried berries with a hint of brine. Its rich flavor profile is complemented by rustic charm and a basaltic minerality, all balanced by lively acidity. Mesmerizing garnet in hue, it reflects the intriguing 2022 vintage. Enjoy on its own or with grilled octopus for an unforgettable experience. While delightful now, its potential for evolution over the next decade in your cellar is undeniable."