Archery Summit Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2023

Winemaking

Archery Summit has long been committed to expressing the elegance and complexity of Pinot Noir through thoughtful vineyard management and restrained winemaking. The team here favors precision over extraction, allowing the natural acidity and mineral character of their fruit to shine without heavy-handed intervention. This philosophy is evident in every vintage—wines that reward patience and pair beautifully at the table.

Tasting Notes

This 2023 Dundee Hills Pinot displays the region's signature combination of brightness and earthy sophistication. On the nose, you'll find vivid red cherry and raspberry aromatics layered with subtle forest floor and mineral notes that speak to the site's complexity. The palate is refined and balanced, offering silky tannins alongside flavors of red berries, cranberry, and a whisper of spice, all held together by the wine's excellent acidity. The finish is clean and persistent, with lingering cherry notes and a delicate oak frame that never overshadows the fruit.

Producer

Archery Summit operates on a modest scale in the Dundee Hills, focusing on quality over volume and maintaining tight control over their vineyard blocks. The estate is known for its meticulous attention to detail—from canopy management to selective harvesting—producing wines that consistently reflect the terroir of one of Oregon's most prestigious microclimates. Their commitment to sustainable viticulture ensures that the vineyard remains balanced and expressive year after year.

Terroir

The Dundee Hills, situated in the northern Willamette Valley, benefit from a unique combination of elevation, aspect, and volcanic soils that produce some of the Pacific Northwest's most elegant Pinot Noirs. The rolling hills offer morning sun and afternoon cooling breezes from the Pacific, extending the growing season and building complexity in the fruit. These Red Jory and Jory volcanic soils, combined with the cool maritime climate, naturally favor wines with bright acidity, refined structure, and aromatic intensity.

Food Pairings

Try this wine with pan-seared duck breast finished with a cherry gastrique—the wine's bright acidity and red fruit notes complement both the richness of the duck and the sauce's subtle sweetness. It's equally at home with a casual roster of roasted chicken and root vegetables, where its silky tannins and earthy undertones feel right at the table. For a more refined pairing, consider herb-crusted lamb loin with wild mushroom jus, where the wine's spice and mineral backbone elevate the dish's complexity.