2015 VIDON Vineyard Estate Chehalem Mountains Willamette Valley Chardonnay

12.9% alc., pH 3.20, TA 0.60, RS 0.02%, $35, screwcap. Dijon clones 76 and 95 from a 1.25-acre block with a vine density of 1,244 per acre. Indigenous fermentation in a steel tank. The wine underwent malolactic fermentation and aging in French oak barrels and flex tanks. · Moderate golden yellow color in the glass. Aromas of lemon oil, pear, apple, wild flower, old book and vanilla lead to a straightforward style that offers flavors of lemon, apple and melon with good integration of oak. Food friendly and a good value. Score: 88. Reviewed May 6, 2017

Winery: VIDON Vineyard
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