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Features

Expression highlights the best regions and sub-appellations for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from different cool-climate latitudes on the West Coast. The wines represent Bill Hill’s achievement of creating the finest collection of ‘Grand-Cru’ Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards and are labeled by the latitude of the prospective vineyards.
 

2011 Expression 44 Pinot Noir, Oregon Eola-Amity Hills, Roserock Vineyard 750ml

Fine ruby-red.  Classic scents of cool-climate Pinot Noir: black currant and raspberry with subtle woodsmoke, and forest.  A bundle of crisp fruits and savory truffles, seared to the palate by Roserock’s fresh acidity, make a lasting impression.  Matches beautifully with pasta, poultry, fish and lighter meat dishes.

Roserock - Named for the red, rocky Nekiah soil in the Eola Hills, a wine makers favorite. The cool ocean breezes flow through the VanDuzer Corridor and wash over Roserock. Ideal Climate and Soil. This elite vineyard was designed by Bill Hill. Roserock Pinot Noir is rich, intense, with the alluringly scent of rose petals. We have a general minimalist approach to winemaking. We destem and carefully sort berries; gravity-feed whole berries into small, open-top fermenters (1- to 3-tons each). Some whole clusters used on a case-by-case basis. Cold soak for up to 1 week, followed by a short, hot fermentation. Cap is managed with a combination of punch-downs of the fermentation. Tanks are drained and pressed at dryness and go to barrel within two days.


2011 Expression 39 Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley, Anderson Creek Vineyard 750ml

Vibrant black. Dark berries with an undertone of smoked meat. Velvety mouthfeel with a proper acidity giving focus to the savory flavors. High yum factor!

Anderson Creek Vineyard, just north of Boonville, climbs from the valley floor up a rocky sun drenched slope facing southwest for maximum radiation. Dry austere soils, immersed in cool ocean air, host vines which struggle to produce small crops of intensely flavored fruit. Their struggle is our bounty. Vineyard designed by Bill Hill. We have a general minimalist approach to winemaking. We destem and carefully sort berries; gravity-feed whole berries into small, open-top fermenters (1- to 3-tons each). Some whole clusters used on a case-by-case basis. Cold soak for up to 1 week, followed by a short, hot fermentation. Cap is managed with a combination of punch-downs of the fermentation. Tanks are drained and pressed at dryness and go to barrel within two days.


2011 Expression 38 Pinot Noir, Goldrock Ridge Vineyard 750ml

Bright ruby-red.  Seasonal berries virtually leap outta the glass!  Tightly-wound flavors burst on the palate and persist due to the remarkable texture of this Burgundy-like charmer.

Goldrock Ridge is located along the Sonoma Coast, just a few miles from the Pacific Ocean, in what is often referred to as the “True” Sonoma Coast AVA.  This spectacular vineyard, on the extreme edge of cool climate viticulture, produces some of the most distinctive and elegant chardonnay and pinot noir in California. We have a general minimalist approach to winemaking. We destem and carefully sort berries; gravity-feed whole berries into small, open-top fermenters (1- to 3-tons each). Some whole clusters used on a case-by-case basis. Cold soak for up to 1 week, followed by a short, hot fermentation. Cap is managed with a combination of punch-downs of the fermentation. Tanks are drained and pressed at dryness and go to barrel within two days.


2011 Expression 38 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, Gap’s Crown Vineyard 750ml

Classic Burgundy color. A dashing fusion of cassis, red berries, and fresh-cut roses promise a taste treat. The juicy flavors greeting the palate don’t disappoint! A racy medley of spicy fruits with edges of brier and peppercorn give Gap’s Crown a unique appeal. Pairs nicely with a broad range of dishes – from salmon to beef to venison.

Gap's Crown. The Wind Gap is a break in the Sonoma coastal mountains allowing cool sea breezes to flow inland. To escape the fog and capture the warm sun, while still bathing in sea breezes, one must climb the slopes of Sonoma Mountain. There find rocky soil and harvest great wine. Vineyard designed by Bill Hill. We have a general minimalist approach to winemaking. We destem and carefully sort berries; gravity-feed whole berries into small, open-top fermenters (1- to 3-tons each). Some whole clusters used on a case-by-case basis. Cold soak for up to 1 week, followed by a short, hot fermentation. Cap is managed with a combination of punch-downs of the fermentation. Tanks are drained and pressed at dryness and go to barrel within two days.

Specs

2011 Expression 44 Pinot Noir, Oregon Eola-Amity Hills, Roserock Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 275(gross), 131(planted)
  • Soil composition: Volcanic (mostly Nekia series)
  • Training method: Vertical Shoot Positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 250 feet
  • Vines/acre: 2,530
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southern
  • Year vineyard planted: 2002
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest time: mid to late October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2006
  • Number bottles produced of this wine: 5,268
  • Fermentation container: Stainless steel
  • Aging container: Oak barrle
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Ageing Containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrels
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 3 months
  • Alcohol: 13.9%
  • pH level: 3.52
  • Residual sugar (grams/liter): 0.1
  • Acidity (grams/liter): 7.6


 

2011 Expression 39 Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley, Anderson Creek Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 164(gross), 35(planted)
  • Soil composition: loam
  • Training method: Verical Shoot Positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 300-600 feet
  • Vines/acre: 2,343
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southern
  • Year Vineyard Planted: 2003
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest time: mid-September to mid-October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2011
  • Number bottles produced of this wine: 2,064
  • Fermentation container: stainless steel and T-bins
  • Aging container: Oak Barrel
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Ageing Containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrels
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 8 months
  • Alcohol: 14.8%
  • Total Acidity(g/L) 4.6
  • pH:3.9
  • RS(g/L):0.4


 

2011 Expression 38 Pinot Noir, Goldrock Ridge Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 135(gross), 105(planted)
  • Soil composition: Goldridge fine sandy loam
  • Training method: Vertical Shoot Positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 400-900 feet
  • Vines/acre: 2,074
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southwest
  • Year vineyard planted: 2005
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest time: mid to late October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2011
  • Number bottles produced of this wine: 1,452
  • Fermentation container: stainless steel and T-bins
  • Aging container: Oak Barrel
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Ageing Containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrels
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 14 months
  • Alcohol: 12.7%
  • pH level: 3.54
  • Residual sugar (grams/liter): 0.5


 

2011 Expression 38 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, Gap’s Crown Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 415 (gross) 140 (planted)
  • Soil composition: brown clay loam with significant rock
  • Training method: Vertical shoot positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 320-820 feet
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southwest
  • Year vineyard planted: 2003
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest Time: mid-September to mid-October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2008
  • Number of bottles produced: 1,680
  • Fermentation Container: Stainless steel and T-bins
  • Aging container: Oak barrel
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Aging containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrles
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 8 months
  • Age of Aging containers: 20% new, balance 1-3
  • Alcohol:14.9%
  • Total Acidity(g/L):6.0
  • pH:3.74
  • RS(g/L):0.4

Specs

2011 Expression 44 Pinot Noir, Oregon Eola-Amity Hills, Roserock Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 275(gross), 131(planted)
  • Soil composition: Volcanic (mostly Nekia series)
  • Training method: Vertical Shoot Positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 250 feet
  • Vines/acre: 2,530
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southern
  • Year vineyard planted: 2002
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest time: mid to late October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2006
  • Number bottles produced of this wine: 5,268
  • Fermentation container: Stainless steel
  • Aging container: Oak barrle
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Ageing Containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrels
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 3 months
  • Alcohol: 13.9%
  • pH level: 3.52
  • Residual sugar (grams/liter): 0.1
  • Acidity (grams/liter): 7.6


 

2011 Expression 39 Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley, Anderson Creek Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 164(gross), 35(planted)
  • Soil composition: loam
  • Training method: Verical Shoot Positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 300-600 feet
  • Vines/acre: 2,343
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southern
  • Year Vineyard Planted: 2003
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest time: mid-September to mid-October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2011
  • Number bottles produced of this wine: 2,064
  • Fermentation container: stainless steel and T-bins
  • Aging container: Oak Barrel
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Ageing Containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrels
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 8 months
  • Alcohol: 14.8%
  • Total Acidity(g/L) 4.6
  • pH:3.9
  • RS(g/L):0.4


 

2011 Expression 38 Pinot Noir, Goldrock Ridge Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 135(gross), 105(planted)
  • Soil composition: Goldridge fine sandy loam
  • Training method: Vertical Shoot Positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 400-900 feet
  • Vines/acre: 2,074
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southwest
  • Year vineyard planted: 2005
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest time: mid to late October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2011
  • Number bottles produced of this wine: 1,452
  • Fermentation container: stainless steel and T-bins
  • Aging container: Oak Barrel
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Ageing Containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrels
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 14 months
  • Alcohol: 12.7%
  • pH level: 3.54
  • Residual sugar (grams/liter): 0.5


 

2011 Expression 38 Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast, Gap’s Crown Vineyard 750ml

Vineyard Profile

  • Size of vineyard (acres): 415 (gross) 140 (planted)
  • Soil composition: brown clay loam with significant rock
  • Training method: Vertical shoot positioning
  • Elevation (feet): 320-820 feet
  • Yield/acre (tons): 3
  • Exposure: Southwest
  • Year vineyard planted: 2003
     
  • Varietal composition: 100% Pinot Noir
  • Harvest Time: mid-September to mid-October
  • First vintage of this wine: 2008
  • Number of bottles produced: 1,680
  • Fermentation Container: Stainless steel and T-bins
  • Aging container: Oak barrel
  • Size of aging containers: 228 liters
  • Age of Aging containers: 20% new, balance 1-3 year old barrles
  • Cooperage: French
  • Length of aging before bottling: 12 months
  • Length of bottle aging: 8 months
  • Age of Aging containers: 20% new, balance 1-3
  • Alcohol:14.9%
  • Total Acidity(g/L):6.0
  • pH:3.74
  • RS(g/L):0.4

Vendor Details

Expression Wines

Owners:
Bill Hill & Dick Wollack
Founded:
2006
Location:
Mcminnville, Oregon

Expression Wines - Pinot with Latitude

Pinot Noir is notoriously fickle, but can be brilliant when grown in the right terroir.  Expression Wines represent a commitment to producing the finest Pinot Noir from the best sub-appellations on the West Coast.

Our vineyards at different latitudes represent different ‘Expressions’ of great Pinot Noir and our winemaker, Richard Sowalsky, is dedicated to crafting only the best wines from each region.  Our winegrowing regions include the Santa Rita Hills (34°), the Sonoma Coast (38°), the Anderson Valley (39°), and the Eola-Amity Hills (44°) of Willamette Valley, Oregon.

Our goal is to showcase both the ‘Grand-Cru’ vineyards and the terroir of each sub-appellation.  Each vintage, we will be bringing to you our finest blends from each latitude as well as small single vineyard designate lots that represent the best of what our vineyards can deliver!

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