2008 Domaine Drouhin Oregon Chardonnay Arthur
Vineyard: Domaine Drouhin Oregon
Price: $17.29
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Varietal: Chardonnay
Style: White
Region: United States > Oregon
Other Vintages: 2007 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996
WINEMAKER'S NOTE
Berry Bros & Rudd review:<br/>Domaine Drouhin continue to produce Oregon's finest Pinot Noirs, but are increasingly gaining an outstanding reputation for the quality of their Chardonnays. This wine is fermented 50% in wood, of which 20% is new oak, and 50% in stainless steel tanks. <br/> <br/>The fermentation in oak adds richness and texture, while the part fermented in stainless steel retains a freshness and precision more reminiscent of a good Chablis. After eight months read more...Berry Bros & Rudd review:<br/>Domaine Drouhin continue to produce Oregon's finest Pinot Noirs, but are increasingly gaining an outstanding reputation for the quality of their Chardonnays. This wine is fermented 50% in wood, of which 20% is new oak, and 50% in stainless steel tanks. <br/> <br/>The fermentation in oak adds richness and texture, while the part fermented in stainless steel retains a freshness and precision more reminiscent of a good Chablis. After eight months ageing the two components are blended together to create a very complex, harmonious Chardonnay of great elegance. <br/><strong>(Alun Griffiths MW, BBR Wine Director)</strong> (hide)
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  • juanvaldez10
    refreshing
  • sjf1980
    clean, mineral, not overly buttery or oaky, well balanced