Bethel Heights Estate Grown Chardonnay 2021
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Category | White Wine |
Varietal | |
Brand | Bethel Heights |
Origin | United States, Oregon, Willamette Valley |
Alcohol/vol | 13.3% |
Wine Advocate
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The 2021 Chardonnay Estate features creamy lime panna cotta, green pear and smoky flint tones on the nose at this youthful stage. Light-bodied and silky, the palate is tight and focused yet concentrated, and its long, ethereal finish suggests there's more to come. Give it another 3-5 years to unwind in the bottle.
Wine Enthusiast
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You will be hard-pressed to find a better Willamette Valley Chardonnay in this price range. The 2021 vintage of the estate Chardonnay is filled with tropical aromas of an icy lemon granita, lime sorbet and a touch of pineapple. A lithe palate and gentle acidity float flavors of mango, green tea and lemon icing.
Vinous
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The 2021 Chardonnay Estate is sweetly floral with a delicate blend of crushed apples, chamomile and hints of vanilla bean. This is round and soothing on the palate with ripe orchard fruits and hints of citrus enriched by notes of raw almond. It finishes with a mineral tension and a lime tinge, leaving the senses completely reset for another sip.
Jeb Dunnuck
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A bright yellow hue, the 2021 Chardonnay Estate spent 12 months in barrel and is expressive of ripe honeyed citrus, white flowers, and the golden fruit of white peach. Medium to full-bodied, it has a lovely pithy texture, balanced ripeness, and a long finish. It's a great value, and although it has ripeness, it's well-balanced and retains a lot of freshness. Drink it over the next 4-6 years.
Wine Spectator
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A handsome white, with refined apple and citrus flavors accented by notes of lemon verbena and zesty spices. Drink now. 712 cases made.