Beckham Estate Vineyard is perched on the flank of Parrett Mountain in Oregon’s Chehalem Mountains AVA.
The A.D. Beckham wines are a convergence of two passions- ceramics and wine. The terra cotta amphorae used to make these wines are handcrafted in Andrew’s studio on our vineyard.
Harvest: September 2021
Alc: 14.2%
AVA: Red Mountain
Fermentation: Syrah fruit was de-stemmed and fermented in amphora with no added commercial yeast or SO2 additions.
Cellaring: After primary fermentation the wine was pressed and aged in amphora and a 100L French oak foudre. Minimal S02 at bottling.
Bottled un-fined and unfiltered
Production: 180 cases
Tasting notes: Layers of blackberry, blueberry and violets with savory dried herbs, olives and compelling texture.