Cristom ‘Mt. Jefferson Cuvee’ Pinot Noir, Eola-Amity Hills, California

Morning fog drifts through the wind-swept hills of the Eola-Amity range as Pacific breezes funnel inland, cooling the vineyards and slowing the ripening of Pinot Noir. From this dramatic landscape, Cristom Vineyards crafts the Mt. Jefferson Cuve, a wine that captures the soul of the estate and the elegance of Oregons most dynamic appellation. This cuve is both an introduction to Cristoms philosophy and a benchmark expression of place, shaped by wind, volcanic soils, and time-honored technique.

Product Details:

• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• ABV: 1314%
• Sweetness: Dry
• Farming Practices: Sustainable viticulture with estate-focused fruit sourcing
• Soil Type: Volcanic basalt-derived soils
• Fermentation: Native yeast fermentation with a high percentage of whole clusters
• Aging: French oak barrels (predominantly neutral)
• Production Focus: Multi-vineyard cuve emphasizing estate vineyards
• Style: Red Light and Perfumed

Sensory Description:

The Mt. Jefferson Cuve opens with lifted aromas of red cherry, raspberry, and cranberry, intertwined with notes of rose petal, forest floor, and subtle baking spice. On the palate, it is vibrant and refined, offering layers of fresh red fruit, hints of orange peel, and savory herbal nuances. Fine-grained tannins provide gentle structure, while bright acidity carries the wine through a long, graceful finish marked by minerality and spice. The overall impression is one of balance and finesse, expressive yet restrained, with unmistakable Eola-Amity energy.

Awards & Accolades:

• Gold 2021 Vintage TEXSOM International Wine Awards
• Gold 2015 Vintage San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition

Winemakers Background:

Founded in 1992 by Paul Gerrie, Cristom Vineyards is a cornerstone of Oregon Pinot Noir, renowned for its commitment to whole-cluster fermentation, native yeasts, and transparent expressions of terroir. Located in the Eola-Amity Hills, Cristom farms some of the regions most respected vineyards. The Mt. Jefferson Cuve serves as the winerys flagship and foundation, a wine that embodies Cristoms house style and long-standing dedication to balance, elegance, and site expression.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve slightly chilled at 1517C (5963F) in a Burgundy-style glass. Exceptionally versatile at the table, it pairs beautifully with roast chicken or turkey, lamb tagine, or grilled kebabs, and complements dishes with gentle spice such as eel donburi or Thai jungle curry.

Graceful, aromatic, and deeply expressive, Cristom’sMt. Jefferson Cuve Pinot Noir is a definitive Oregon Pinot, a wine that reflects the wind, soil, and philosophy of Eola-Amity Hills, offering clarity, balance, and enduring appeal in every glass.