2020 CHARDONNAY

Old vines located on the southern end of the Eola-Amity Hills AVA with wide-spaced rows recalls another era of Oregon viticulture. This spacing allows a cooling coastal breeze to flow through the vineyard for a long growing season. Whole-cluster pressed and barrel fermented, it is an excellent example of a balanced style of Chardonnay. The natural acidity and minerality lead to a long finish.

TASTING NOTES – JANUARY 2023

Aromas of pineapple, lemon rind, chive, and white peach. Flavors of wet
stones, key lime, starfruit, and graham cracker on the palate.

VINEYARD INFORMATION:

• Vineyard planted in 1996
• AVA: 100% Eola-Amity Hills
• Soils: Jory, Willamette, Nekia, Dupee, Woodburn, Concord, Hazelair
• Elevation: 281-284 ft
• Southwest facing
• Hand harvested on October 8, 2020

WINEMAKING INFORMATION:

• 100% Chardonnay
• 100% whole cluster pressed
• Aged in French oak barrels
• 50% new French oak

pH: 3.22
TA: 6.1 g/L
Alcohol: 13.1%