1992 Signature Pinot Noir
Winemaker's Notes
The 1992 King Estate Pinot Noir displays lush aromas of blackberry, raspberry, dark cherry, cinnamon, oak, vanilla, and cedar. In the mouth, complex berry and cherry flavors are accented by vanilla and oak spice. This elegant wine has a seductive silky character, excellent acid balance, and a lingering finish. Suggested retail: $18.00
Technical Notes
Final Analysis: 12.9% alcohol; TA: 0.58 g/100ml; pH: 3.43
Fermentation: 100% stainless steel, temperature controlled fermentation in removable top fermentation tanks. Punch down two times per day.
Aging: 14 months in French oak barrels.
Growing Season
The 1992 growing season was long, dry, and hot resulting in Oregon's earliest recorded grape harvest.
Many vineyards showed early drought stress resulting in small berry size and consequent low juice yields (125-140 gal./ton). The pinot noir juice showed concentrated, intense aromas and flavors.
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