2023 Estate Upper Slope Chardonnay
Tasting notesProduction notes
The Upper Slope Chardonnay offers a nuanced expression and integration of oak, that is achieved not only through its blend of new and neutral French Oak but also in the varying sized barrels utilized in its aging process. Weekly barrel stirring incorporating the lees gives vibrancy and weight in the finish.
| Varietal | 100% Chardonnay |
| Varietal Composition | Dijon 76 & Dijon 96
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| Appellation | Willamette Valley |
| Vineyard | David Hill Vineyards |
| Harvest Date | 10/18/2022 |
| Acid | .68 g/100ml |
| PH | 3.12 |
| Aging | Aged 10 months 50% New French Oak and 50% Neutral French Oak |
| Residual Sugar | <.2g/100mL |
| Alcohol | 13.10% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Bottling Date | 10/10/2023 |
| Cases Produced | 237 |
2023 was a great growing season in the Willamette Valley, and a particularly favorable vintage in the Tualatin Valley AVA. The spring was wet and cool, which culminated in and early May budbreak. The growing season was short as June was warm and July and August were hot, but there were no extreme weather events or dynamics that might present threats or problems in the vineyard. The consistent heat ripened the fruit and produced a rich concentration of flavor and weight, but the cooler nights in late summer and early fall - especially at the vineyard’s elevation, helped develop acidity in the fruit to give lift and support the richness of the vintage.
