
Recently retired Oregon State University professor Neil Shay shares the winemaking credit for this Platinum-winning Chardonnay with OSU fermentation science grad Nick Cheatham, who spent several vintages at Bluebird Hill. One of two Platinum winners for white wine, this is a blend of their Monroe estate, nearby Stroda Vineyard and Sunrise Vineyard northwest of Eugene. Inviting notes of orange blossom, peach and guava are joined by lightly toasted brioche and citrus pith. Its sendoff is akin to a spoonful of honeydew melon. Qualifying award: Sunset International (gold)
Rating: Platinum • 92 points
Production: 105 cases
Alcohol: 13.3%
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