Description
A blend of benchmark vineyard sites in the Eola-Amity Hills, including the Cristom estate, the combination of volcanic soils, elevations, and the cool marine influence, yield a Chardonnay with tension and generosity.
Winemaking:Hand-harvested and whole-cluster pressed; the juice settles overnight and is moved to barrels. It undergoes native yeast fermentation and full malolactic fermentation. It’s aged for eleven months on its lees in 20% new French oak barrels, followed by five months in stainless steel tanks.
Tasting Notes:Aromatically complex, the wine delivers intermingled notes of brioche, toasted meringue, lemon curd, and minerality. Zesty Meyer lemon, ginger, and cardamon drive interest on the palate, with a satisfying viscosity and bright acidity that lead to a long finish.
Aging Suggestions:Drinking well now and can age until 2030 or longer.
94 ptsDecanter
94 ptsInternational Wine Report
93 ptsJebDunnuck.com
93 ptsJamesSuckling.com
93 ptsOwenBargreen.com
93 ptsKen’s Wine Guide
92 pts & 30 Best Chardonnays for 2024VinePair
91 ptsVinous
GOLD2025 TEXSOM Awards
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