Ardiri Estate

Owner(s)	John Compagno
Web site	www.ardiriwine.com

Link to this site	How to link to an article or review about your winery..

A new producer whose inaugural 2006 release was impressive and was one of the finalists at the Pinot Noir Shootout.

John Compagno, owner/winemaker is of Sicilian extraction. He has been trained in the field of pathology, laboratory medicine and molecular diagnostics, as his full-time job, practicing for over 25 years; However, he appreciates the stability and natural beauty of working in the 5 acre Carneros vineyard - pruning, spraying, and tending the vines. He is constantly “on the go” at work and in the vineyard but still finds time to cook old family and traditional Italian recipes whenever possible. Gail Lizak is the co-winemaker.

In late 2008, Ardiri announced they have acquired the Gypsy Dancer property in the Willamette Valley. The property consists of 13.5 acres of Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris in the Chehalem Mountains appellation. The expectation is that wine will be released from this property starting with the 2009 vintage.

Articles About Ardiri Estate

Pinot Noir Shootout Prelims (6.48 12/16/2007)

Reviewed Wines

2006 Ardiri Estate Grown Napa Carneros Pinot Noir

14.2% alc.,560 cases, $45. This is a new project produced and bottled by Gypsy Dancer Estates in Oregon for Ardiri. The name is Sicilian for “taking a risk” and can also mean “being consumed by fire.” The Carneros vineyard contains Dijon clones 115, 667, 777, 828 and rare Heirloom selections. · My highest scoring wine of the tasting competition. Beautiful and complex aromatics featuring ripe red cherry, red berry, floral notes, oak, char and a hint of allspice. Spiced cherries carry the attack with a hint of oak and herbs. The mouth feel is creamy, there is a healthy tannin structure, and the finishing spicy kick is lingering and memorable. Reviewed December 16, 2007 ARTICLE »