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A couple weeks ago I spent an afternoon with Ernst Loosen in Bernkastel-Kues Germany tasting through his wines, all of the Riesling is top notch as always. However, what stood out to me was the new Oregon project he had quietly been working on. Jay Somers from J. Christopher wines and Erni Loosen have teamed up to produce what can only be described as a “Grand Cru” United States Chardonnay & Pinot Noir.
Inspired by the three movements of Beethoven’s ground-breaking “Appassionata” Piano Sonata, there are three Appassionata Chardonnay & Pinot Noir, released at different tempos.
Appassionata Chardonnay is the expressive summit of this classic Burgundian variety in the Willamette Valley. Fermented and matured in large (500-liter) oak casks, it rests on the full lees for two years before bottling. It then rests in our cellar for another year before its release, three years after vintage. The wine’s elegant texture, fine structure and extended maturation time ensure a long life for this vibrant Chardonnay.
Whole-cluster pressing; native yeast fermentation in 500-liter French oak barrels; natural malolactic fermentation; 21 months maturation on the lees.
Review:
Anyone questioning Chardonnay’s potential in the Willamette Valley should try this rich and sophisticated wine. A silky texture, is met with mouth filling flavors of orange sorbet, pineapple and challah bread, as well as a hint of mint. The aromas of lemon curd and petrichor are equally delightful.
- Wine Enthusiast 94 Points
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6 bottles with free shipping for: $450.00
12 bottles with free shipping for: $840.00
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