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 pts Decanter
94 pts International Wine Report
93 pts JebDunnuck.com
93 pts JamesSuckling.com
93 pts OwenBargreen.com
93 pts Ken's Wine Guide
92 pts & 30 Best Chardonnays for 2024 VinePair
91 pts Vinous
GOLD 2025 TEXSOM Awards