Willamette Valley Vineyards - Estate Chardonnay 2018
- Producer Willamette Valley Vineyards
- Blend 100% Chardonnay
- Country USA
- Region Oregon
- Appellation Willamette Valley
- UPC 7-17071-92386-1
Tasting notes
Pale gold in color, notes of lemon, sweet cream, brioche, vanilla and clove fill the glass. The medium-bodied palate opens displaying a beautiful creamy texture and flavors including zest of lemon and lime, quince, honey and baking spice, all framed by refreshing acidity for a balanced and lingering finish.
Description
This classic "Willamette Valley style" Chardonnay is sourced from our three Estate vineyards — the original planting by Founder Jim Bernau in the Salem Hills, Tualatin Estate planted by Oregon wine pioneer Bill Fuller in the foothills of the Coastal Range and Elton planted by Dick and Betty O'Brien in the Eola-Amity Hills.
Estate
One of the longest serving estates in Oregon, Willamette Valley Vineyards was founded in 1983 by Oregon wine pioneer, Jim Bernau. Jim cleared away an old pioneer plum orchard in the Salem Hills to start his first vineyard. Over time Willamette Valley Vineyards has considerably increased their estate vineyards. Willamette Valley Vineyards sources all of its Pinot Noir from their nearly 500 acres of estate vineyards. Since the winery founding stewardship of the land has been a key principle in our winemaking. They practice environmentally sustainable farming and are part of the founding of the Low Input Viticulture and Enology (LIVE) program.
Food pairing
Food Pairings: Bay scallops, steamed mussels with white wine and garlic, halibut with lemon and capers, chicken in creamy mustard sauce, crab ravioli, Oregon salmon cakes and soft cheeses.
