The Eyrie Vineyards 'Trifolium' Red Blend, Dundee Hills, Oregon

Step into the heart of Oregon's Dundee Hills with the 2020 Eyrie Vineyards 'Trifolium' Red Blend, a beautifully expressive wine that captures the pioneering spirit and ecological ethos of one of the Willamette Valley’s most historic producers. Crafted from a blend of Pinot Noir, Trousseau, and Pinot Meunier, all grown on Eyrie’s five certified-organic estate vineyards, Trifolium is a true testament to regenerative farming and gentle winemaking, offering a nuanced, layered drinking experience rooted deeply in place.

Product Details:

• Varietal Composition: 77% Pinot Noir, 15% Trousseau, 8% Pinot Meunier
• Vineyard Certification: Certified Organic; Regenerative No-Till Farming
• Alcohol: 13.06%
• Acidity: 5.5 g/L
• pH: 3.66
• Fermentation: Native yeast fermentation in open-top fermenters; hand punchdowns
• Aging: 28 months in French oak (17% new), full native malolactic fermentation
• Production: 2,619 cases
• Bottling: Unfiltered, racked once, sealed under a Diam cork

Sensory Description:

The 2020 Trifolium presents a medium ruby hue with lifted aromatics of red plum, wild strawberry, and rose petal, underpinned by earthy tones of forest floor and subtle spice. On the palate, the wine is elegant and textural, showcasing the vibrancy of Pinot Noir, the herbal snap of Trousseau, and the floral lift of Meunier. Supple tannins and bright acidity frame the wine’s graceful structure, leading to a lingering, mineral-inflected finish.

Winemaker's Background:

Founded in 1965 by David and Diana Lett, The Eyrie Vineyards was the first to plant Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Oregon’s Willamette Valley. David’s intuition about the Dundee Hills’ volcanic soils, dry-farming potential, and cool climate set the standard for a region that has since become world-renowned for Burgundian varieties. Today, second-generation winemaker Jason Lett continues the legacy with an unwavering commitment to organic and regenerative farming, low-intervention winemaking, and the preservation of Oregon’s viticultural heritage.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve at 58–62°F in a Burgundy glass to enhance its aromatic complexity and texture. Pair with herb-crusted roast duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, or aged Gruyère. A versatile and soulful red, Trifolium is equally suited to contemplative sipping or a lively dinner table.

Graceful, grounded, and expressive, the 2020 Trifolium is a living tribute to Eyrie’s roots and a captivating example of Oregon terroir at its most harmonious.