MV The Eyrie Vineyards "Spark" Sparkling Rosé, Dundee Hills, Oregon, USA

ABOUT THIS WINE

The Estate blend combines Pinot from Eyrie’s 5 certified-organic estate vineyards with an average vine age of 29 years. Farming is certified organic, but Jason and his team take this only as a starting point. Viticulture at all of the Estate vineyards follows the precepts of regenerative no-till farming, with strict attention paid not just to the vines but to the healthy networks of soil organisms that support them. Not only does this approach avoid the need for artificial irrigation, it also nourishes the vines without the need for additional fertilizer, and captures atmospheric carbon.

To create this wine, Jason blended vintages of Pinot noir fruit (48%), Pinot Meunier (6%), Chardonnay (9%), Pinot Blanc (5%) and Chasselas doré (31%). Fermentation and aging occurred in a mixture of wood barrels and stainless steel. Full malo and an average of 11 months on lees lend a subtle richness with zero residual sugar. The final step: Jason had the wine carbonated to 4.2 atmospheres of pressure and bottled under crown cap.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Founded in 1965 by David Lett, The Eyrie Vineyards is a pioneering winery in Oregon, credited with planting the first Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in the Willamette Valley. Known for their low-intervention winemaking and deep respect for their vineyards, Eyrie continues to uphold a legacy of organic farming and minimalistic vinification. Their wines emphasize elegance, finesse, and transparency of terroir, making them some of the most sought-after in Oregon.