2023 Dundee Hills Estate Chardonnay
NOTES FROM THE WINEMAKER
Vibrant aromas of lemon tart leap from the glass, followed by minerality, hibiscus, and orange essence. On the palate, tropical flavors of guava and lime evolve into crisp apple and pear, finishing on floral notes of white flowers and orange blossom. The mid-palate is broad, filling the mouth while staying focused with bright acidity.
93 points - Wine Spectator
92 points - Wine Enthusiast
92 points - James Suckling
91 points - Vinous
Vintage Overview
The 2023 vintage will be remembered as a year of abundance, with harmonious grapevine development for all growing regions in the Northwest. As winter transitioned into spring, temperatures remained relatively cool, delaying bud break into late May. The weather pattern then shifted to moderately warm and dry, creating excellent conditions for an accelerated bloom that led to perfect pollination and abundant fruit set. Our vineyards ripened in the final two to three weeks of September, creating a condensed window for optimum harvest, a challenge our vineyard and winemaking teams are fully equipped to handle. Thanks to the remarkable summer and fall weather, yields were greater than average and exceeded our own estimates. The wines crafted from the 2023 vintage display excellent quality demonstrated by generous flavors and complex textures.