2012 Spirithouse Chardonnay

This year’s Spirithouse Chardonnay comes from the graceful slopes of Dundee’s Knudsen Vineyard. Sitting at 700 feet elevation, this block consists of some of Oregon’s first high density plantings of Dijon Clone Chardonnay. Spirithouse Chardonnay is fully barrel fermented and malo-lactic finished to frame the taut acidity of the Dundee Hills. Finely poised and elegant, yet with an underlying bead of salty, mineral edge, it cries out for Oregon Dungeness Crab. The flinty, melon austerity is countered with supple, roasted cashew and creamy texture, while the length is pure, vibrant nervosity. Lay this baby down for 10-plus years. Member exclsuive.