Alexana "Terroir Series" Chardonnay 2018 (Willamette Valley, Oregon) [IWR 92] [WE 92] [WS 90]

Alexana "Terroir Series" Chardonnay 2018
(Willamette Valley, Oregon) [IWR 92] [WE 92] [WS 90]


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About the Winery:
In the spring of 2005, Dr. Revana began searching for both the ideal region and an experienced winemaker to produce Pinot Noirs that could rival those from Burgundy. In the Dundee Hills AVA, the heart of the Willamette Valley, Dr. Revana’s search ended and the Revana Vineyard in Oregon began.

About the Wine:
3 premier vineyard sites come together to showcase a true ‘cool climate’ Chardonnay of impeccable balance, vibrancy and expressive texture. The diversity of micro-climates in the Willamette Valley produce a vast array of ripeness and complexity in Chardonnay. Our winemaker, Bryan Weil, captures 3 of these unique ‘Terroirs’ in a layered and beautifully seamless Chardonnay. This ‘Willamette Valley’ bottling represents why Chardonnay is quickly ascending to new heights in sites previously designated for top Pinot Noirs.

Vineyards:

Revana Vineyard - Dundee Hills AVA - Volcanic & Marine Sedimentary Soils - 360-640’

Fennwood Vineyard - Yamhill-Carlton AVA - Marine Sedimentary Soils - 260-380’

Gran Moraine Vineyard - Yamhill-Carlton AVA - Marine Sedimentary Soils - 220’-550

VARIETIES & CLONES

100% Chardonnay Dijon Clones 95 & 76 

FARMING & WINEMAKING/ELEVAGE

Dry-Farmed, whole-cluster pressed, small-batch ferments with native yeasts, 4 months on lees 10 months in French Oak (25% New - 19% Second use - 32% Neutral) & 24% Stainless Steel Tank

Alc. 13.5%

Ratings & Reviews

92 Points - International Wine Review:
"An expressive, rich, and rounded Chardonnay from Alexana, the 2019 “Terroir Series” spends 10 months in French oak barrels, with 25% being new. Delivering aromas and flavors of grilled citrus, white mushroom, cinnamon toast, wet stone minerality, and yummy sweet baking spice, it’s marvelously balanced with acidity, earth, fruit, and spice tones. Enjoy this one now or over the next 7-8 years. 577 cases made."  - J. Young (Jun 2022)

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast:
"A rich gold color introduces this well-endowed wine. Scents and flavors of Bourbon barrel toast and a fleshy mix of stone fruits and melon combine in a dense core of lush flavor. It sacrifices some elegance for sheer power, finishing with a burst of butterscotch." - PG (Sep 2021)

90 Points - Wine Spectator:
"Plump and generous, with plush tropical fruit, cinnamon and spice flavors that linger on the finish. Drink now. 769 cases made." - TF (Sep 2021)