Walter Scott 'X Novo Vineyard' Chardonnay Eola-Amity Hills, 2023

Walter Scott 'X Novo Vineyard' Chardonnay Eola-Amity Hills, 2023

Regular price $110.00

100% Chardonnay.  On the nose you’ll discover floral aromas of jasmine and golden rose, along with citrus blossom and caramelised Meyer lemon, framed by a sharp, steely flint edge.  The palate is rich lemongrass...Mirabelle plum, candied citrus and passion fruit curd mingle with a mineral backbone of wet stone and a saline, mouth‑watering lift.  The texture is both intense and elegant with fine acidity offering balance and length. This wine’s minerality and citrus‑driven richness make me think roasted oysters on the half shell or lightly grilled sea‑scallops with lemon‑butter; a roasted halibut with caper‑lemon beurre blanc. For richer fare, try seared foie gras or a creamy herb‑butter chicken.

  • Dry
  • Medium Bodied
  • Medium Acid
  • Organic
  • Fruit Forward

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PAIRS well WITH

  • Poultry
  • Shellfish
  • Fish

Details

From the Winery: In 2010, esteemed winemaker Craig Williams ventured to Oregon with his family and a bold vision for establishing vineyards of unparalleled quality. The Williams’ made a significant impact by cultivating two distinct sites in the Eola-Amity Hills, X Novo and X Omni.

X Novo stands out with a remarkably diverse 20 clones of Chardonnay, intricately woven and densely spaced within the 2-acre block. Situated in the coveted Spring Valley of the southern Eola-Amity, X Novo occupies the edge of the Holmes Gap, where the invigorating Van Duzer winds sweep through the undulating hills. This unique site reveals exceptionally rocky Gelderman clays, intensifying concentration of its wine. In 2021, an adjacent 20-acre plot of land consisting of existing older vines and cultivable land was acquired and integrated into the original site. Walter Scott sources the entirety of the original plantings, harvesting them at the same time and co-fermenting the block in order to show the complexity possible with this diverse crop.

X Novo Chardonnay is both exotic and compelling, offering an aromatic journey of golden rose, jasmine, citrus blossom, and caramelized Meyer lemon, seamlessly layered with the sharp edge of steely flint. The palate is a masterclass in balance and intensity, revealing vibrant notes of lemongrass, ripe Mirabelle plum, candied citrus, and the creamy allure of passionfruit curd. A mineral-driven backbone of wet stone adds depth, leading to a saline, irresistibly mouthwatering finish that lingers elegantly. 425 cases produced.

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