2022 | Beaux Freres Chardonnay | Willamette Valley Chereau Carre it is more Burgundian than

it is more Burgundian than Rhône in spirit: floral and red-fruited on the nose

typical of the appellation

Gentle finish

smoke and blossom

2022 | Beaux Freres Chardonnay | Willamette Valley Chereau Carre it is more Burgundian thanThe 2022 Chardonnay Willamette Valley wafts up with a gorgeous display of crushed yellow apples and tropical melon complemented by white flowers, chamomile and hints of lemon oil. This is nearly fleshy in feel yet refined, with crisp orchard fruits and brisk acidity firmed up by tactile mineral tones towards the close. The 2022 tapers off with a citrusy concentration that puckers the cheeks, leaving a salty flourish and lime tones that slowly fade. 92