2023 Founders' Reserve Chardonnay
Willamette Valley Vineyards was established in 1983 by a group of wine enthusiasts committed to building a world-class winery focused on producing high-quality Oregon wines while being good stewards of the land. This special Founders’ Reserve Chardonnay is a tribute to these individuals. The tradition continues today—we invite you to join us as Owners in the Oregon wine industry, enjoying the rewards of creating this dream together.
On the Nose: Pale straw with brilliant clarity, this Chardonnay offers sweet aromas of honeysuckle, passionfruit, French cream and lightly spiced dried ginger.
On the Palate: A light body and balanced acidity give way to ripe flavors of golden apple, white peach and lemon meringue. The lingering finish highlights the wine’s excellent complexity.
Food Pairing: This wine pairs well with a variety of desserts, including lemon bars and crème brûlée, and savory dishes like chicken marbella and wood-fired flatbread topped with pear and prosciutto.
Peak Drinkability: 2024 - 2030
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RI, IN, MS, NH, NJ, UT, WV
Limitations apply to: AL, AR, DE, LA and WY
"Wines made with consideration for the environment, employees and community simply taste better."
Jim Bernau, Founder/Winegrower
About Willamette Valley Vineyards:
Founded in 1983 by Oregon native Jim Bernau with the dream of creating world-class Pinot Noir, Willamette Valley Vineyards has grown from a bold idea into one of the region’s leading wineries, earning the title “One of America’s Great Pinot Noir Producers” from Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Our approach is to grow, by hand, the highest quality fruit using careful canopy management and create wines that are truly expressive of the varietal and the place where they are grown. Stewardship of the land is fundamental to our winemaking and all of the vineyards have been certified sustainable through LIVE and Salmon-Safe programs since 1997.
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