2024 St. Innocent - Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill (750ml)
From the 2024 St. Innocent Pinot Blanc Freedom Hill, this 750ml bottle embodies a single-vineyard Oregon expression crafted by St. Innocent, a brand built on Mark Vlossak’s pioneering winemaking approach. Freedom Hill Vineyard sits in the foothills of the Coast Range, about 10 miles southwest of Salem, Oregon, where daytime warmth concentrates ripening and cool ocean breezes at night preserve vibrant acidity. The vines, planted in 1993 on ancient sedimentary soils with a southwest exposure at 520 to 580 feet elevation, yield fruit that expresses both texture and energy in equal measure.
Vineyard & Vintage Details
The 2024 growing season began with two frost events in April at Freedom Hill and the estate’s Enchanted Way Vineyard. This bottling is produced to accentuate texture and ripe fruit flavors, delivering a rich, fleshy palate with just a kiss of sweetness on the finish.
Winemaking & Style
The must is divided to showcase both barrel and stainless nuance: 24% fermented in an Acacia cask and 76% in tank, then aged eight months on the lees. The result is a wine with depth, defined by its mouthfeel and mineral-driven backbone, designed to evolve gracefully in the cellar while remaining approachable in its youth.
Tasting Notes
- Core flavors of peach and green papaya sit alongside nutty nuances
- Prominent mineral character that adds tension and complexity
- Rich and fleshy texture with a poised, lingering finish
Food Pairings & Cellaring
This wine is notably food-friendly, pairing well with roast chicken, shellfish, and creamy pasta dishes, while its structure supports development over several years in the cellar.