Martin Woods, Gamay Tualatin Hills, 2023
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Martin Woods has become a standard-bearer for Oregon’s new wave of precise, soulful wines, and their Tualatin Hills Gamay is a prime example of how beautifully the Willamette Valley’s cool pockets can nurture this lively grape.
The 2023 vintage shows Gamay in a pure, vivid mode: crunchy red cherries, wild strawberries, cracked pepper, and a touch of forest floor rise from the glass. The palate is sleek and juicy, framed by brisk acidity, ultra-fine tannins, and a cool, mineral edge that gives the wine a persistent, mouthwatering finish.
Fermented with native yeasts and handled minimally, this is Gamay that feels almost Alpine in spirit—bright, energetic, and begging for a slight chill. Think Cru Beaujolais by way of Oregon’s misty hills.
Pair with: charcuterie, grilled salmon, mushroom flatbreads, or a laid-back outdoor lunch.
