Old Stones Chardonnay, Willamette Valley — 2017
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Introduction
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We believe strongly in the power and promise of Oregon Chardonnay. Old Stones Chardonnay is the baby sister to our Sigrid Chardonnay. We select fresh-fruited and mineral-laden barrels of wine to highlight Oregon Chardonnay at its most charming and elegant. Succulent upon release and ready to pair with many foods, especially dishes containing fresh seafood, shellfish, mushrooms, hazelnuts, and artisan cheese
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Vineyard Profile
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Estate-sourced from Bergström, Winery Block, La Spirale, Silice, & Le Pré du Col Vineyards in Dundee Hills, Ribbon Ridge, and Chehalem Mountains AVAs. Chardonnay represents about 15% of total Bergström estate acreage
- Appellation: Willamette Valley
- Soil: Balanced blend of marine sedimentary sand on sandstone bedrock/shales and red, volcanic soils on basalt
- Exposure: Primarily south-facing at elevations between 375 & 500 feet
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Vinification
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Whole-cluster,”champagne-style,” gentle, and lengthy press
- Fermentation: Native fermentation in 10-15% new French oak barriques and select large format vessels (oval foudres, puncheons, and demi-muids)
- Malolactic: 100% malolactic and alcoholic fermentation (no residual sugars or malic acids)
- Aging: 18 months élevage on lees
- Filtration: Polishing filtration prior to bottling
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Technical Information
- Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay
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Reviews
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Old Stones Chardonnay, Willamette Valley — 2017 – Wine Advocate – 92 Points
“From a ripe, dry vintage, the 2017 Chardonnay Old Stones is aging gracefully. It shakes off scents of matchstick and iodine to reveal baked apples, bread, honey and almonds. The medium-bodied palate is creamy and expansive with flinty fruit and surprising freshness. It gains in expression as it airs and will benefit from some time in a decanter.”