2021 Estate Wirtz Vineyard Chardonnay
This unfiltered Chardonnay has an intriguing aroma of lemon meringue and lychee fruits with flavors of apple and porcini mushrooms on the palate. The wine’s time in lightly toasted new french oak offers a well balanced integration of oak that creates the traditional richness of a Chardonnay while not being overwhelmed by any oaky or buttery characteristics. This balance leads to a long and complex finish of lemongrass.
This Chablis style Chardonnay displays forward aromas of white florals, star fruit and zested yuzu while grounded by a chalky minerality. Similar notes carry through to the mid palate with balanced acidity through the finish.
Aged in 20% new French oak and 80% neutral oak.
| Varietal | 100% Chardonnay |
| Varietal Composition | Draper clone
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| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Vineyard | David Hill Vineyards |
| Harvest Date | 10/02/2021 |
| Acid | .63g/100ml |
| PH | 3.26 |
| Aging | Aged 18 months 20% New French Oak Chablis Barrels |
| Residual Sugar | .02g/100mL |
| Alcohol | 12.40% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 05/26/2023 |
| Cases Produced | 66 |
In 2021, the blooming season started rainy for most of the Willamette Valley and Tualatin Hills. Fortunately, David Hill’s vines bloomed later, resulting in abundant yields at harvest time. The overall temperatures for the season were warm, but even with the heat spikes in the summer it did not affect the vines or spike the sugar content. In fact, the dry heat of the growing season allowed for intentional hanging times for many of our varietals. The conditions of this vintage has created wines with complex flavors and aromas, making 2021 one of our favorite vintages in the last few years.
