2018 SEVEN SPRINGS EVENING LAND GAMAY NOIR
EOLA-AMITY HILLS, SALEM, OREGON
Background: A single varietal bottling from a mere 2.2 acres of Gamay vines planted in iron-rich, volcanic clay soils, this 2018 Gamay Noir could easily rival the Crus of Beaujolais. Whole-cluster fermentation with native yeast in concrete tanks for 10 days, this wine completed carbonic maceration and was then transferred to neutral French barrels for 15 months to rest before bottling without filtration.
Tasting Notes: The nose bursts with aromas of bright red fruits like raspberries and cranberries, with a hint of violets. As it opens notes of blue fruits come to life with a hint of smokiness. Light-bodied with medium tannins and acid, the crunchy red fruits balance out the fresh ripe blueberry tones, with an underlying layer of zippy acid that lifts the palate and makes your mouth water for another sip. Served with a slight chill, this was a perfect pairing with a delicata & butternut squash gnocchi dish, topped with fresh Parmesan of course!
By Debbie