2023 Brooks Winery Pinot Noir "Cahiers", Willamette Valley, Oregon
ABOUT THE WINE
The 2023 âCahiersâ is a blend of Pinot Noir sourced from several of Brooks' organically and biodynamically farmed vineyard sites across the Willamette Valley. True to vintage and place, it offers purity of fruitâred cherry, cranberry, and rhubarbâinterwoven with savory undertones of mushroom, dried herbs, and earth. Aged in neutral French oak, the wine maintains transparency and freshness, allowing its vineyard character to shine through.
Winemaking is minimalist: native fermentation, no fining or filtration, and low sulfur additions, resulting in a wine thatâs both expressive and structurally sound. The name âCahiersâ (French for ânotebooksâ) reflects the wineryâs ongoing dialogue between land, vine, and vintage. Enjoy it alongside cedar-planked salmon, duck confit, or mushroom risotto.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Brooks Winery, founded in 1998 by the late Jimi Brooks, is a benchmark producer in Oregonâs Willamette Valley known for its deep commitment to biodynamic farming, terroir-driven wines, and community-minded ethos. Now led by Jimiâs sister Janie Brooks Heuck and winemaker Chris Williams, the winery continues its legacy with integrity and innovation.
Brooks is Demeter-certified biodynamic and among the regionâs most sustainability-focused producers, crafting wines that are transparent expressions of site and vintage. Pinot Noir and Riesling are their flagship varietals, celebrated for their energy, nuance, and age-worthiness. Every bottle carries the spirit of stewardship, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the land.
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ABOUT THE WINE
The 2023 âCahiersâ is a blend of Pinot Noir sourced from several of Brooks' organically and biodynamically farmed vineyard sites across the Willamette Valley. True to vintage and place, it offers purity of fruitâred cherry, cranberry, and rhubarbâinterwoven with savory undertones of mushroom, dried herbs, and earth. Aged in neutral French oak, the wine maintains transparency and freshness, allowing its vineyard character to shine through.
Winemaking is minimalist: native fermentation, no fining or filtration, and low sulfur additions, resulting in a wine thatâs both expressive and structurally sound. The name âCahiersâ (French for ânotebooksâ) reflects the wineryâs ongoing dialogue between land, vine, and vintage. Enjoy it alongside cedar-planked salmon, duck confit, or mushroom risotto.
ABOUT THE PRODUCER
Brooks Winery, founded in 1998 by the late Jimi Brooks, is a benchmark producer in Oregonâs Willamette Valley known for its deep commitment to biodynamic farming, terroir-driven wines, and community-minded ethos. Now led by Jimiâs sister Janie Brooks Heuck and winemaker Chris Williams, the winery continues its legacy with integrity and innovation.
Brooks is Demeter-certified biodynamic and among the regionâs most sustainability-focused producers, crafting wines that are transparent expressions of site and vintage. Pinot Noir and Riesling are their flagship varietals, celebrated for their energy, nuance, and age-worthiness. Every bottle carries the spirit of stewardship, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for the land.
