At a glance

Producer

Big Table Farm

Region

Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA

Grape variety

Pinot Noir

Wine type

Red

Body

Medium-bodied and Fruity

Sweetness

Bone Dry

Typical price

$65-85 USD (estimated for 2023 release)

Tasting profile

Bright red fruit (cherry, raspberry), floral notes, subtle spice, earthy undertones, moderate oak influence.

Evolution: Fruit will deepen; secondary notes (forest floor, mushroom, dried herbs) will emerge after 3-5 years.

At peak: Highly perfumed, supple texture, savory complexity at optimal peak.

Structure

Acidity

Medium-plus; lifts the fruit and promises longevity.

Tannins

Fine, moderate, characteristic of Oregon Pinot Noir.

Alcohol

Typically 13-14% ABV.

Aging potential

Excellent for a single-vineyard Oregon Pinot; 8-12 years.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2028 to 2032

Optimal window

2026 to 2034

Current status

Very young, just released or still in barrel, primary fruit dominant.

Current condition

Cellar-worthy; primary, fresh, vibrant acidity, not yet integrated secondary characters.

2023 is a recent vintage, so while drinkable young, the Pelos Sandberg Vineyard Pinot Noir gains elegance and complexity with extended cellaring, peaking between 5-9 years post-vintage. Earlier drinking shows primary freshness; peak years reveal secondary/tertiary nuance typical of top Willamette single-vineyard Pinots.

Food pairing

Roast duck, mushroom risotto, grilled salmon, lentil or root vegetable dishes, mild cheeses.

Serving

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 8/10

Dry-farming where possible, minimal intervention, native yeast fermentations, recycled/eco packaging, focus on biodiversity, moderate irrigation, solar usage on farm.

Big Table Farm is among Oregon’s leaders in sustainability, working with L.I.V.E. and Salmon Safe vineyard certifications and employing many green practices on their property. While not fully organic or biodynamic, the focus is on sustainable soil, habitat conservation, and responsible resource use; packaging is environmentally conscious (often hand-labeled with recycled paper). Transportation footprint is best controlled for domestic buyers; overall, the wine rates highly for ecological stewardship.