Walter Scott, Freedom Hill Chardonnay other_regions The overall impression of refinement

The overall impression of refinement is enhanced by the notably fine grain of the tannins and this is really lovely

2013 and 2012 vintages

penetrating finish

I underestimated this from cask as there is excellent purity of expression on the nose with a floral red fruit quality followed by remarkably detailed flavors of solid intensity if not necessarily great density with a purity and length that are impressive

began a bit lean and peppery but put on weight as it opened in the glass

Walter Scott, Freedom Hill Chardonnay other_regions The overall impression of refinementAfter a string of warm, dry vintages from 20142018, the 2019 vintage was a return to a classic growing season in the Willamette Valley, defined by cooler temperatures and rain in July and September. Re tasting the 2019 Chardonnay Freedom Hill Vineyard, I remain convinced that the 2019s are a step above the 2021sanother cool, wet year that offered consistently high quality wines yet offers a touch less definition and magic than the 2019s. This is the