Vintage Character The 2022 Eileen Vineyard Pinot Noir from Cristom captures the essence of Oregon’s Eola-Amity Hills with remarkable clarity and finesse. Benefiting from a warm, dry summer and a well-timed harvest, the 2022 vintage produced wines of notable brightness, purity, and balance, a hallmark of this celebrated site.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing Awarded 94 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate, this single-vineyard Pinot Noir opens with expressive aromas of wild raspberry, black cherry, and violets, layered with subtle notes of clove and forest floor. On the palate, it reveals a harmonious interplay of ripe red berries, vibrant acidity, and fine-grained tannins, all wrapped in a silky texture and culminating in a long, mineral-driven finish. The vineyard’s volcanic soils and elevated position impart a distinct earthiness and energy, making this wine an ideal match for dishes such as duck breast with cherry sauce, grilled salmon, or a classic French Comté cheese.
Winery Background Founded in 1992, Cristom Vineyards stands as a benchmark producer in Oregon, celebrated for its dedication to crafting site-driven Pinot Noir through sustainable and thoughtful viticulture. The Eileen Vineyard, named in tribute to the founder’s wife, occupies the highest elevation on the Cristom estate and benefits from cooling Pacific breezes that help preserve the wine’s freshness and aromatic delicacy. Cristom’s winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, employing native yeasts, significant whole-cluster fermentation, and gentle handling to allow each wine to authentically express its terroir. This blend of traditional Burgundian technique and Oregon innovation has established Cristom as a leader in the region, consistently producing wines of elegance, complexity, and age-worthy character.