Since site and soil are such important factors in the production of elegant, quality Burgundian-style Pinot Noir. Le Nord, the northern vineyard, sits at approximately 600 feet in elevation, while Le Sud, the southern vineyard, sits a bit lower at 500 feet elevation. The elevation change results in a slightly different microclimate creating wines that are unique to the Le Sud and Le Nord vineyard blocks, a subtle difference that has been enjoyed by our wine club members for many years.
Privé added the West Wind Vineyard in Ribbon Ridge AVA in June of 2021. Upon the first walk through the vines while looking out at Mt. Jefferson and experiencing the Western wind patterns, we immediately felt the magic. This marine sediment vineyard has a wonderful variety of elevation, clones and aspects which we knew would make fabulous blends that have a profound sense of place — much like Privé Vineyard. We look forward to continuing the legacy.
Our grapes are picked when we are assured the balance between sugar and acidity is perfect. We then gently ferment and extract the grapes in order to create wines with complexity, longevity and reasonable alcohol levels of 13-14%. Our non-estate wines are made with fruit sourced from growers who have similar ideals regarding sustainability and minimal intervention. For our Chehalem Pinot Noir we source only the best grapes in the Chehalem Mountain AVA being sure to cultivate relationships with our growers and our grapes.
