Evening Land 'Seven Springs' Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir 2023

Winemaking

Evening Land is committed to expressing the distinctive character of Oregon's Willamette Valley through restrained, food-friendly winemaking. The team focuses on minimal intervention in the cellar, allowing the vineyard's natural qualities to emerge in the glass rather than imposing a house style.

Tasting Notes

This elegant Pinot Noir opens with bright red cherry and strawberry aromas layered with subtle earthy undertones—a whisper of forest floor that speaks to cool-climate Oregon fruit. On the palate, the wine is refined and silky, with crisp acidity framing flavors of red berries, cranberry, and delicate spice supported by a mineral backbone. The finish is clean and persistent, concluding with soft tannins and a lingering note of bright red fruit that keeps you coming back.

Producer

Evening Land operates a small, quality-focused estate within the Eola-Amity Hills, one of Willamette Valley's most celebrated subregions. The winery emphasizes sustainable viticulture and thoughtful vineyard management to produce wines of nuance and balance rather than power.

Terroir

The Eola-Amity Hills sit at the northern end of the Willamette Valley, where cool maritime influences from the Cascade Range and Pacific Ocean create ideal conditions for Pinot Noir. The volcanic and marine sedimentary soils common to this appellation contribute mineral complexity and natural acidity, while the region's long, moderate growing season allows for phenolic ripeness without excess alcohol.

Food Pairings

Try this wine alongside pan-seared duck breast with cherry reduction, where the wine's acidity cuts through richness and its red fruit notes echo the sauce. It's equally at home with a simple preparation like herb-roasted chicken or mushroom risotto, where its silky texture and mineral spine won't overpower the dish. For a casual weeknight pairing, it shines with charcuterie and aged cheese.