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2021 ‘Old Friend’ Oak Grove Vineyard
Sauvignon Blanc
Willamette Valley AVA
116 Cases Produced
92 Points, Wine Enthusiast
“An exceptional statement of the varietal.”
Joe first worked with Oak Grove Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc in 1989 at Eola-Hills Wine Cellars when he shared a vintage with Winemaker at the time, Ken Wright. Joe loved the wine he crafted from this vineyard. He always remembered it as something exceptional, and a varietal that he stated will one day be recognized as world class within the Willamette Valley. Fast forward 32 years and Joe has re-connected with the same vineyard, but now under the Iterum Wines moniker, ‘Old Friend’.
Winemakers Notes: The 2021 ‘Old Friend’ Oak Grove Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc did not go through malolactic fermentation with intentions of preserving the acidity and high fruit tones. The wine is highly aromatic with aromas of white blossoms, honey, white grapefruit, lychee, pineapple, melon, wet stone, and citrus rind with flavors mirroring the aroma. The mouth is uniquely, and simultaneously rich and lean, full of flavor, balanced with bright acidity and layers of complexity from new Acacia barrels. Fermentation was done in 50% stainless steel and 50% barrel. Aged 7 months prior to bottling.
2019 Orchard House Vineyard
Chardonnay
Eola-Amity Hills AVA
338 Cases Produced
94 Points & Editor’s Choice, Wine Enthusiast
Gold Medal – Sip Magazine, Best of the Northwest
“An exceptional Willamette Valley expression.”
This inaugural vintage of Chardonnay is crafted from Iterum’s home estate in the Eola-Amity Hills. Chardonnay clones 548, and 76 were planted in 2016 at 550 feet elevation facing Southwest to the coastal Van Duzer Corridor winds. Joe’s intention when making Chardonnay is to achieve intense aromatics, great mouth texture, bright fresh acidity, and to highlight the vineyard’s terroir and microbiome.
Winemaker’s Notes: Very little malolactic fermentation was allowed with the intention of preserving the fresh acidity and fruit tones. Fermentation was conducted by yeast strains indigenous to the vineyard. The wine illustrates aromas of baked pear, Granny-Smith apple, lemon meringue, cinnamon, clove, honeysuckle, and sweet cream. The flavors mirror the aromas intermingled with lime rind, and barrel spices from 35% new Acacia, and French oak barrels. The mouth is richly textured and framed within a crisp, and vibrant acidity. Barrel aged for 11 months followed by 6 months in stainless steel prior to bottling.
2019 Clone 115 Orchard House Vineyard
Pinot Noir
Eola-Amity Hills AVA
163 Cases Produced
93 Points & Editor’s Choice, Wine Enthusiast
Gold Medal – sip Magazine, Best of the Northwest
“A red-fruited expression.”
Joe has chosen to bottle single clone representations from his estate vineyard to showcase the specific genetic makeup and terroir allowing nature to speak through each wine. Crafted from clone 115 Pinot Noir, this is a textbook example of what makes Oregon Pinot Noir world class, and a truly special example of Willamette Valley finesse.
Winemaker’s Notes: Bright and copious aromas of red fruit, raspberry, strawberry, and cherry intermingle with allspice, sweet pipe tobacco and red licorice. The flavors mirror the aromas with additional notes of earthy forest floor, and sweet, ripe fruit tannins. The flavors are intermingled and well-balanced with sweet spices and a hint of toast influence from the 35% new French oak barrel aging. Primary and malolactic fermentation was conducted by yeast and bacteria strains indigenous to the vineyard and therefore highlighting the vineyard’s terrior and microbiome. 15% whole grape clusters were added to the fermenter. Barrel aged for 16 months, bottled without fining or filtration.
2019 Clone 114 Orchard House Vineyard
Pinot Noir
Eola-Amity Hills AVA
147 Cases Produced
96 Points & Cellar Selection, Wine Enthusiast
“A blue-to-black fruited expression.”
Joe has chosen to bottle single clone representations from his estate vineyard to showcase the specific genetic makeup and terroir allowing nature to speak through each wine. The dark and plush counter to the Clone 115 Pinot Noir is this opulent and showy Clone 114.
Winemaker’s Notes: Clonal variation is displayed here with aromas of blue and black fruits; black cherry, Marionberry, bramble, pipe tobacco, cinnamon, and wet earth. The flavors mirror the aroma with rich and mouth-filling intensity. The plush mouthfeel is built upon ripe, mature and soft grape tannins. Primary and malolactic fermentation was conducted by yeast and bacteria strains indigenous to the vineyard and therefore highlighting the vineyard’s terrior and microbiome. 15% whole grape clusters were added to the fermenter. Barrel aged for 16 months, bottled without fining or filtration.
2019 ‘Old Friend’ Arlyn Vineyard
Pinot Noir
Chehalem Mountains AVA
65 Cases Produced
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“A unique, and gorgeous expression of the rare 4407 clone.”
The stunning Chehalem Mountains gem, Arlyn Vineyard, has reappeared in Joe’s portfolio. Years ago, Joe was the first to commercially produce wine from the 4407 clone under his Dobbes Family Estate portfolio. Now, standing alone as a single vineyard representation under the ‘Old Friend’ moniker.
Winemaker’s Notes: This Pinot Noir shows off aromas of black cherry, clove, anise, and black currant. Intense flavors of Marionberry, black plum, and cassis, play with sweet tobacco and barrel spice from 85% new French oak. The flavors mirror the aromas intermingled with plush tannins, mouthwatering acidity, and beautiful texture. Primary and malolactic fermentation was conducted by yeast and bacteria strains indigenous to the vineyard and therefore highlighting the vineyard’s terrior and microbiome. Barrel aged for 16 months, bottled without fining or filtration.
