Peter William Vineyard, Rogue Valley (Oregon) Chardonnay 2020

 In 2020 after a two-year hiatus, the winery sourced fruit from the nearby Gold Vineyard, a mature site noted for its low yielding, high acid fruit.  Winemaker Eric Weisinger was encouraged to shoot for a classic Burgundy style.  With that goal in mind, the fruit was picked at 22.6 brix, whole cluster pressed, barrel fermented, with periodic battonage, and aged 7 months in French oak, 30% new.  In the glass the wine is light yellow with a greenish tinge, and the effusive aroma is redolent with crisp green apple, stone fruit and lemon peel.  Medium full bodied with good concentration of apple, lime and citrus flavors along with subtle vanilla and almond notes, it is silky in texture.  As it unfolds on the palate, it finishes strong with vibrant acidity adding length and the oak framing it all.  And yes, it is Burgundian in style!