2024 Pinot Gris
Tasting Notes
Our 2024 Airfield Pinot Gris is a light-bodied yet expressive wine, opening with aromas of candied tangerine, fresh cantaloupe, honeysuckle, and a touch of dried pineapple. The palate delivers vibrant stone fruit flavors and delicate floral notes layered with mineral nuances from concrete aging, adding depth and roundness. A refreshing finish of kiwi zest and white peach is perfectly balanced by natural acidity.
Vineyard Designation
100% Estate Grown
Vintage Notes
The 2024 vintage in Washington state was cooler than previous years yet delivered exceptional quality. A mild winter led to a chilly spring, with bud break across the vineyard occurring by the third week of April. Below-average temperatures slowed early growth, but meticulous vineyard management ensured balanced crop loads. June remained cool, but July and August brought the heat needed for ripening. Veraison was slightly delayed, reaching full color by mid-August. A warm September extended ripening by two weeks, enhancing acidity. An ideal fall season with delayed frost allowed for optimal hang time, producing beautifully mature grapes. Whites shine with tropical aromas, stone fruit flavors, and crisp acidity, while reds offer bold dark berry notes, refined tannins, and the elegance to age gracefully.
Winemaking Notes
Our Pinot Gris is sourced from select blocks on our estate vineyard, chosen for their consistent quality. As Pinot Gris is a red/gray grape, harvest took place in early October during the cool morning hours to minimize pinking. The grapes were pressed whole cluster to gently extract juice without drawing color. After settling in stainless steel, the juice is racked and inoculated with a yeast strain tailored for Pinot Gris. Fermentation at 61°F extended over 22 days, highlighting tropical and citrus notes and preserving aromatic freshness. The wine then underwent twice-monthly lees stirring for two months to build texture and roundness, followed by two months of aging in concrete tanks, which impart depth, roundness, and mineral complexity.
* Produced in a Vegan Manner (No animal byproducts used in the production of this wine)
Food Pairing
Chilled Avocado & Cucumber Shrimp Bites
Caprese Salad: Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, and Basil with Balsamic Reduction Drizzle
Cilantro-Lime Grilled Fish Tacos with Tropical Mango-Poblano Salsa
Wood-Fired Pear & Prosciutto Pizza topped with Arugula and Caramelized Onions
Seasonal Roasted Vegetable & Quinoa Bowl
Goat Cheese, Gruyère, Havarti, Feta
- Varietal Composition: Pinot Gris
- Appellation: Yakima Valley
- Aging / Barrel Program: Aged in 100% stainless steel tanks followed by 2 months of concrete aging
- Cases Produced: 230 cases
- Alcohol: 12.9%
- pH: 3.53
- Acidity: 5.8 g/L
- Ageability: Enjoy now through 2032, with optimal maturity in 2029.