Prince Hill Vineyards Willamette Valley Chardonnay 2023 (Willamette Valley, Oregon) - [JD 92]

Prince Hill Vineyards Willamette Valley Chardonnay 2023
(Willamette Valley, Oregon) - [JD 92]


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Tasting Notes:

The 2023 Chardonnay is a bright, textural expression of the vintage. Pale straw in hue with a glint of chartreuse at the rim, it opens with lifted aromatics of citrus peel, alpine fir and lemon zest. Beneath that energy lie more layered tones of lemon curd, white peach and warm brioche, softened by subtle hints of cream. 

The palate bursts with bright citrus—juicy pomelo and fragrant orange blossoms mingle with zesty Meyer lemon. Notes of gently ripened nectarine and hint of baking spice bring a touch of complexity, while a lingering finish of lemongrass and white tea leaves a refreshing, elegant impression: a true showstopper.

Vintage:
The 2023 growing season commenced in true Oregon fashion—cold, wet and unwilling to be rushed. Tractors and vineyard stewards stood ready, but a chill that lingered well into April delayed budbreak by nearly ten days. By mid-May, however, the weather turned. Warmer temperatures swept through the valley, prompting a swift and vigorous push in the vines as they raced to catch up. Summer settled into a familiar rhythm. Dry, moderate conditions kept disease pressure low and allowed for precise site-by-site farming. As harvest approached, a broad range of vineyard maturities enabled a calm, measured pace—each pick driven by flavor. 

Ratings & Reviews
92 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:
"Savory with a suggestion of decadence, the 2023 Chardonnay Willamette Valley pours a bright straw hue and reveals hazelnut, pear, toast, ripe peach, and tangerine notes. It unfolds on the palate, with an elegant, full-bodied frame, its ripe, stone-fruited nature coming to life, and closes with a balanced, creamy texture. It's a highly appealing Chardonnay to drink now or over the coming 7-8 years." - JD (Aug 2025)