Walter Scott - Chardonnay 'Cuvée Anne' 2023

Walter Scott Wines is a small Oregon winery specializing in Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc from exceptional vineyards in the Willamette Valley. Their focus is to produce wines of elegance and purity, while conveying transparency of site and the character of the vintage.

The winery is located in the Eola-Amity Hills, surrounded by some of the Willamette Valley's most historic vineyards and overlooking the Cascade Range. Ken and Erica's love for winemaking is apparent in everything they do. They pour everything they have (including their life savings) into what they do and it shows.

The name - Walter Scott - honors two men who meant the world to Ken. Walter, Ken's grandfather, was a flight engineer for Trans World Airlines. Walter always strived to make his dreams become reality. He was dynamic and adventurous; he did everything from building homes to riding motorcycles to flying planes. His influence taught Ken that there are no limits to what you can accomplish when you set your mind to it. Scott was Ken's nephew. Although his time was short, Scott was fearless. Much like his great grandfather, he never shied away from anything. Scott’s departure taught Ken that life is very short and you must act on your ambitions because you never know when your chance will pass.

100% Chardonnay grapes, native yeast fermented in French oak barrels, with minimal bâtonnage. Aged in 500 and 350-liter barrels for 12 months and finished for 4 months in stainless steel tank. 50% New Oak.

‘A brilliant silver/yellow color, the 2023 Chardonnay Cuvee Anne is fresh and flinty, with crushed rocks, green apples, salted lime, and stony earth. The palate is zesty and bright with a focused medium-bodied frame. It has a hint of white pepper spice on the palate and a zesty, clean finish. Routinely, this is one of the best appellation wines to be found, and this vintage is no exception. Drink over the coming 7-8 years.” - 94 Points, Jeb Dunnuck

Producer: Walter Scott

Country: USA

Region: Oregon

Varietal: Chardonnay

Appellation: Willamette Valley

Vintage: 2023

Size: 750ml