WINEMAKER'S NOTES:
The 2024 Eastside Chardonnay is electric. Its abundant energy is framed by the telltale beam of acidity and gravelly minerality that are the hallmarks of this steep, rocky site. A mélange of lime and lemon zest, tea tree oil, tangerine, and green apple emerge from the glass, with flavors that match and add additional elements of ripe stone fruits. Ultimately, the 2024 Eastside is a wine that showcases rare textural precision, with a phenolic backbone that promotes its chiseled, focused structure, and complements the natural richness that is Undeniably Aubert. These structural elements promise a long, fruitful life in the cellar for 10 to 15 years or more. The wine is slightly hazy, showing our commitment to minimal intervention winemaking.
TASTING NOTES:
The 2024 Chardonnay Eastside Vineyard is a potent, tightly wound wine. It is going to need at least a few years to unwind. Citrus confit, white flowers, tangerine oil, crushed rocks, dried herbs and mint are finely sketched. Brisk acids pull it all together on the close. There's terrific energy here. Montrachet clone Chardonnay on Riparia Gloire rootstock planted on rocky soils is a magical combination.
- Vinous, 94-96 pts.
