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Redhawk Vineyard & Winery
– Salem (Willamette Valley), Oregon

“Like so many other Oregon winemakers, the Pataccolis specialize in their coveted Pinot Noir – some of the vines for which are 30-years old!” “A small army of loyal fans had developed, particularly for Redhawk’s “Grateful Red” Pinot Noir!” “These wines have amazingly low prices!”

The Monthly Selection

2008 “Grateful Red” Willamette Valley Pinot Noir  

Winery notes: “GRATEFUL RED,” our medium-bodied Pinot Noir, shows black cherry flavors with earth and leather undertones. The long finish is supported by firm tannins and excellent acidity. Cork’d magazine calls the wine, “Lithe and quite appealing with notes of fresh berries, black cherry, and a little hint of leather and mocha. Well balanced, medium-bodied Pinot Noir shows black cherry flavors with earth and leather undertones. The long finish is supported by firm tannins and excellent acidity. A unique label, and Great Value !!!

Regular Price $14.49 Web Special $11.99

The Redhawk Story

The following introduction about Redhawk Winery is from the publication, WINE TRAILS NW:

“Talk about a leap of faith. Imagine never having grown grapes nor made wine, yet purchasing a winery with the intention of making a go of it. That’s exactly what John and Betty Pataccoli did, leaving their Los Angeles confines in 2005, and buying a rundown winery north of Salem, Oregon. But it wasn’t just a spur-of-the-moment, impetuous lark that caused them to make such a bold move. Rather, they knew they were hooked on wine, having traveled to various wine regions of the world, including France. They had the wine bug all right. Moreover, they had a young son, and the rural splendor of this part of the Willamette Valley seemed a better fit to raise a child than their LA haunts. They chose wisely.”

“When they acquired Redhawk Winery, the Pataccolis had an inkling of what was in store: The vineyard needed rehabbing, the dark and dingy tasting room needed to be made more inviting, and the winemaking equipment required upgrades. Break out the checkbook! Fortunately, they live next to Russ Raney and the historic Evesham Wood Vineyard & Winery. Russ’ assistance — especially during that first year — was invaluable, as John focused on the winemaking side of the business and Betty kept the books.”

“For visitors, the Pataccolis did a little something that brightens everyone’s visit to Redhawk. They lightened up the tasting room by tearing down the dark, wood-paneled walls and re-oriented the tasting-room bar to allow visitors to view the picturesque valley below. Although this may seem like a no-brainer, it is surprising how many tasting-room views are squandered in favor of the staff, but to the detriment of the visitor.” (Redhawk is a friendly winery with delightful views of the Cascade Ridge, with a profusion of hummingbirds in a perpetual twirl). “The Pataccolis also made a strategic decision to preserve the existing Redhawk Winery brand. Over the years, a small army of loyal fans had developed, particularly for Redhawk’s “Grateful Red” Pinot Noir. “Grateful Red” qualifies as a best buy. Along with the Grateful Red Pinot Noir, Redhawk Winery also features about 4200 cases of other estate Pinot Noirs, Dolcetto, Pinot Gris, and barrel-fermented Chardonnay – in addition to Cabernet Sauvignon and other red table wines made from grapes sourced from the Columbia Valley. All these wines have amazingly low prices that will likely have you doing the slide with your Visa or Master Card.”

The Pataccolis qualify their history by noting that Redhawk Winery production actually began in 1988, and within a few years, they had already become well known for the value-priced Pinot Noir, “Grateful Red.” But, it wasn’t until the summer of 2005, that John & Betty Pataccoli finally purchased this winery and immediately began the major remodel of the property. Before purchasing Redhawk, the Pataccolis were wine collectors. They noticed that they began collecting and enjoying more Burgundies than any other wines, and today – like so many other Oregon winemakers – the Pataccolis specialize in their coveted Pinot Noir. Although Chardonnay is currently growing in the vineyard, this block will be replanted with more Pinot Noir, to enhance the existing vines – some of which were first planted in 1978. Pataccoli produces several Pinot Noirs from different blocks in the vineyard – each with a different nose, taste and finish. The wine from the 30-year-old block provides incredibly smooth and complex wines, demonstrating how mature vines produce great grapes. In addition to his pure Redhawk varietals, John Pataccoli also creates his own delicious blends.

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