Big Table Farm 2021 'Wild Bee' Chardonnay, Willamette Valley
Item Number: 18568
UPC: None
Country: USA
Region: Oregon
Sub Region: Willamette Valley
Appellation/AVA: Willamette Valley
Estate Grown Wine: No
Vintage: 2021
Grape(s): 100% Chardonnay
Type: Wine - White
Bottle Size: 750 ml
Pack: 12
Closure: Cork
Viticulture: Practicing Organic
Case Production: 1,133
Winemaking Notes: Like the Willamette Valley Pinot, the Wild Bee is comprised of all the vineyards Big Table Farm works with, 7 in 2021, so a true representation of the Willamette Valley. Brian visits each site regularly and makes picking decisions mostly using his palate. He usually waits until he tastes flavors of ripeness and looks for signals in the grape (browning seeds, softening skins) and vine (some browning leaves) – and of course what the imminent weather presents.
Tasting Notes: Reminiscent of a misty morning stroll on the coast, this intriguing Chardonnay deftly balances sprightly vibrancy with soothing comfort. Aromas of freshly sliced yellow apple, orange blossom and crushed seashells casually entice the senses. Warming impressions of lemon panna cotta and honeycomb develop on the palate before gently drifting away, leaving an essence of freshly baked brioche and apricot jam.