Product Overview
Winery's Notes:
"Our Chardonnay “Un” is a cuvée of exceptional organic and biodynamic Chardonnay sites in the Willamette Valley. A mix of younger vines and long-term “estate-like” vines gives a truly cross-AVA look into Willamette Valley Chardonnay.
The aromatic profile bursts out of the glass with a bit of slate and a hint of flinty reduction that carries to spiced stone fruits. The palate features saline-coated meyer lemon curd, a touch of lemongrass, and a very long finish. This wine is excellent out of the gate and we look forward to tasting the evolution in the months and years to come."
Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
Appellation: Willamette Valley AVA
Aging: 9 months sur lie in French oak barrels and puncheons, followed by 1 month in stainless steel
Production: 482 cases
Winemakers: Kate Norris, Thomas Monroe
93 Points, "Editors' Choice" - Wine Enthusiast
"The "Un" is one lean, green Chardonnay machine. It smells like cold steel and lemonade, with bits of crunchy, dried maple leaves and wet slate. The crunchy mouthfeel lights up with lemony acidity and flavors like tart pineapple, green papaya salad and thyme. If you are looking for butter, hunt elsewhere." -MA, 3/1/24
91 Points - Vinous
"The 2022 Chardonnay Un is earthy in style as flowery underbrush and hints of white smoke blow off, revealing dried apples and sage. It's soothingly round with cooling acidity and a savory orchard fruit core, taking on a salty tinge toward the close. This leaves the mouth watering as hints of raw almond and a liquid stone sensation slowly fade." -EG, Jan/2024
