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Vintages

2006, 2005, 2004, 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, 1998, 1997, 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992

Our Wines

Winemaker's Notes

Color: Pale straw with brilliant luminosity.

Aroma: Pear, apple, tropical fruit, lemon, white peach and spice.

Mouthfeel: Lemon, pineapple, pear, and lime. Crisp acidity, nice mouthfeel with a full bodied texture.

Suggested retail: $16/750ml

Technical Notes

Final Analysis: 13.2% alcohol, TA 0.66g/100ml, pH 3.29 - 64,000 cases

Vineyard Source: 53% estate grown (certified organic), 47% from contract growers within the Willamette Valley.

Fermentation:100% stainless steel, temperature controlled tank fermentation.

Aging: 100% sur lie aged for six months.

Growing Season
2005 was indeed another great vintage. Bud break started early in most vineyards but flowering was about normal for Oregon – between the first and second week in July. Poor weather conditions during flowering resulted in low yields for many vineyards in the Willamette Valley. Fortunately, Mother Nature was kinder at King Estate and we had normal to high yields complemented by excellent quality. Fruit maturity progressed at a nice slow pace giving the vines time to develop optimum varietal characteristics. Harvest at King Estate lasted from September 30th until October 22nd.
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