00 Wines "VGW" Chardonnay Willamette Valley
OR625-21
00 Oregon
00 Wines "VGW" Chardonnay Willamette Valley
Oregon , United States
| Type: | General |
| Varietals: | Chardonnay |
| Region: | Oregon , Willamette Valley |
| Total Production: | 1200 cases |
| Climate: | Test rs |
| Fermentation: | Utilizes the "Black Chardonnay Method," which involves pre-press foot crushing and overnight skin contact, followed by a long pressing cycle to maximize phenolic extraction. No sulfites are added during pressing; juice is transferred immediately into barrels. |
| Winemaker: | Chris and Kathryn Hermann |
| Elevage: | The wine spends 2 months in barrels on the lees without bâtonnage, followed by 6 months in stainless steel on fine lees. 29% new French oak, with 17% aged for one year from Chassin and Damy cooperages. |
| ABV | 13.7% | Sizes | 750ml |
ABOUT THIS BOTTLE
The wines produced from this vintage are distinguished by their remarkable concentration, drawing comparisons to the rich 2018 vintage while echoing the scale of those from 2014-2017. Ultimately, the 2021 vintage is celebrated for its harmonious balance between body and elegance, offering wines that are both powerful and refined.
