2024 Willamette Valley Chardonnay
Bright straw yellow in color. The nose is fresh and expressive, offering aromas of green apple, pear, and citrus, complemented by subtle floral notes. On the palate, the wine is precise and mineral-driven, with vibrant acidity that highlights its natural freshness. Crisp fruit flavors are layered with a delicate saline note, a signature of the Willamette Valley terroir, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.
Additional Details
Varietal
100% Chardonnay
Appellation
Willamette Valley
Alcohol
12.5%
Cases Produced
625
Discover the Vineyard
Quartz Acorn Vineyard
Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Willamette Valley
The Quartz Acorn vineyard, located in the prestigious Yamhill-Carlton appellation, faces southeast and features marine sedimentary and mineral-rich soils, with a unique presence of crystalline quartz.
These characteristics lend the wine a rich and profound character, with soft tannins and exceptional finesse.
Accolades
James Suckling
A pleasurable, medium-bodied wine that balances sweet spices and salted caramel with tart citrus and apple flavors. There are some savory undertones like sage and pine. The palate is like biting into a pear, juicy with a dry finish.
Wine Spectator
Fragrant and refined, with well-focused flavors of apricot, lemon and apple that finish on a zesty, spicy accent.