2019 David paige Wines Pinot Noir Chelalem Mountains

David Paige Wines' 2019 Pinot Noir from the Chehalem Mountains AVA represents a precise expression of Willamette Valley terroir from one of Oregon's most geologically diverse sub-appellations. The Chehalem Mountains lie at the northern edge of the valley, where ancient marine sediment, volcanic basalt, and windblown loess combine to produce Pinot Noir with both structure and aromatic lift. The 2019 vintage arrived after a moderate growing season that allowed even ripening across Oregon's varied microclimates, and winemaker David Paige captures that balance in a wine that speaks to site rather than extraction. David Paige founded his label in 2014 after years working harvests across Oregon and Burgundy, and his approach emphasizes whole-cluster fermentation, native yeast, and neutral oak to let fruit and soil drive the wine. The Chehalem Mountains AVA spans roughly 32,000 acres, but only a fraction is planted to vine—vineyards here climb from 200 to 1,600 feet in elevation, and the region's complex geology means neighboring blocks can taste dramatically different. Paige sources from sites that see cool Pacific influence through the Van Duzer Corridor, which tempers ripeness and preserves acidity, a hallmark of his style. The 2019 Chehalem Mountains Pinot Noir offers red cherry, cranberry, and a savory thread of forest floor and dried herbs, with a silky texture and bright acidity that keeps the wine lively rather than heavy. This is Pinot Noir for the table—pair it with roasted duck, grilled salmon with herbs, or mushroom risotto. It drinks well now with a short decant, but the structure suggests it will develop additional complexity over the next five to seven years in a proper cellar. Available for pickup at our Lincoln Park bottle shop at 1128 W Armitage Ave, local Chicago delivery, or nationwide shipping.