Swick Wines · Willamette Valley · 2023 · 750ml
A native Oregonian, Joe Swick came home in 2013 after a decade of working harvests around the globe. He partners exclusively with organic and biodynamic growers in the cold-climate corners of Oregon and Washington, using a hands-off approach and no conventional additives, just grapes and, only when truly needed, a touch of SO2. Swick is...Show More >
Swick Wines · Willamette Valley · 2023 · 750ml
A native Oregonian, Joe Swick came home in 2013 after a decade of working harvests around the globe. He partners exclusively with organic and biodynamic growers in the cold-climate corners of Oregon and Washington, using a hands-off approach and no conventional additives, just grapes and, only when truly needed, a touch of SO2. Swick is part of a movement rewriting West Coast winemaking, from skin-contact and field blends to Pét-Nats, making energetic, fresh vins de soif that change with every vintage.
The 2023 Pinot Noir is a two-vineyard blend: Greyhorse in Yamhill-Carlton brings weight and ripeness, while Morning Mist in Sheridan adds tension and acid. It's made whole cluster and foot-stomped, then spends 45 days on skins and 18 months in neutral French oak. At 500 cases, it's Swick's most accessible wine.
Tasting Notes
Light purple in the glass, with mushroom and plum on the nose. Acid-forward on the palate with lighter tannin than you'd expect, fresh, lively and easy to love.
Winemaker Description
"Our philosophy is to make our wines as naked and raw as we possibly can while having them be fun and delicious. We work with organically farmed vineyards in the colder regions of Oregon and Washington State. We love wines with acid and freshness. We make the wine that we love to drink. No conventional additives. Just grapes and (sometimes) a very small amount of SO2 to keep the wine stable in bottle. Wine is a fermented beverage that should not be a trophy or a status symbol. Wines made in this fashion are artisanal products that reflect their artist and terroir with no maquillage."
Joseph Swick, Winemaker/Proprietor
Expert Review
"A terrific Willamette Valley Pinot Noir to drink right now! The bouquet is fresh and enticing with aromas of freshly crushed berries and violets with a lovely earthy complexity. This is a Pinot Noir with true character: succulent texture, expressive flavors and perfectly balanced tannins and acidity. A joy to drink and to savor with your favorite meals."
Bart Hopkins, Senior Sommelier | 67Wine.com
Pairings & Serving
Serve lightly cool, around 55–60°F. Great with salmon, mushroom risotto and mild curries, or, as Joe says, whatever's in the fridge. A perfect Tuesday-night Pinot.
Specs
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Producer: Swick Wines
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Winemaker: Joseph Swick
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Vintage: 2023
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Appellation: Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
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Vineyards: Greyhorse (Yamhill-Carlton) and Morning Mist (Sheridan)
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Varietal: Pinot Noir
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Winemaking: Whole cluster, foot-stomped, 45 days on skins
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Aging: 18 months in neutral French oak
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Farming: Organic, no conventional additives
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Production: 500 cases
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Size: 750ml
Naked, raw and delicious: Oregon Pinot the way Joe Swick likes to drink it.
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