95 points International Wine Report: "[$42 list] Partially fermented and aged in French oak barrels, with the rest fermented and aged in stainless steel and then blended together before bottling, the high-pitched and mineral 2021 Arthur Chardonnay explodes with aromas and flavors of dried green apple, fresh white peach, white flower petals, and blanched hazelnuts. The mouthfeel is precise, balanced, and elegant, with perfect levels of acidity, a medium body, and a lovely green apple and dried thyme finish. The Arthur showcases what a talented winemaker can do with Chardonnay in Oregon. Drink: 2023-2033. (Feb 2023)"
94 points James Suckling: "This has a beautiful nose of lemon curd, cream, sliced green apples and cardamom buns. Some toasted hazelnuts, too. It’s medium- to full-bodied with a deliciously creamy, gently spicy palate, married with vibrant acidity. Drink or hold. (4/4/23)"
93 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "Fresh and flinty, the 2021 Chardonnay Arthur has attractive resinous aromas of pine, green apple, and lemon-lime citrus oils. Medium-bodied, with good ripeness and a lovely carriage of fruit and fresh acidity, it has a silky texture and fantastic balance, with elegant custardy spice on the finish. A vibrant white that’s drinking great now, it can be enjoyed over the next 5-6 years. 2500 cases produced. Drink 2023-2029 (Sep 2023)."
92 points Wine Spectator: "[$42 list] Handsomely elegant, with an effortless complexity that reveals pear flavors accented by apple peel and lemon verbena as this glides on the crisp, polished finish. Drink now. (6/30/23)"
Producer notes: "[$42 list] Expressive and vibrant, our 2021 Chardonnay Arthur opens with a flourish of tart green apple and a focused bouquet of orange blossom and nicely ripe melon. There is lemon zest, honeysuckle, and fresh almonds on the palate, with a note of pear essence on the finish. It is drinking beautifully now with nice balanced acidity and a medium-long finish. Expect great things as it develops over the next 7-10 years."
94 points James Suckling: "This has a beautiful nose of lemon curd, cream, sliced green apples and cardamom buns. Some toasted hazelnuts, too. It’s medium- to full-bodied with a deliciously creamy, gently spicy palate, married with vibrant acidity. Drink or hold. (4/4/23)"
93 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "Fresh and flinty, the 2021 Chardonnay Arthur has attractive resinous aromas of pine, green apple, and lemon-lime citrus oils. Medium-bodied, with good ripeness and a lovely carriage of fruit and fresh acidity, it has a silky texture and fantastic balance, with elegant custardy spice on the finish. A vibrant white that’s drinking great now, it can be enjoyed over the next 5-6 years. 2500 cases produced. Drink 2023-2029 (Sep 2023)."
92 points Wine Spectator: "[$42 list] Handsomely elegant, with an effortless complexity that reveals pear flavors accented by apple peel and lemon verbena as this glides on the crisp, polished finish. Drink now. (6/30/23)"
Producer notes: "[$42 list] Expressive and vibrant, our 2021 Chardonnay Arthur opens with a flourish of tart green apple and a focused bouquet of orange blossom and nicely ripe melon. There is lemon zest, honeysuckle, and fresh almonds on the palate, with a note of pear essence on the finish. It is drinking beautifully now with nice balanced acidity and a medium-long finish. Expect great things as it develops over the next 7-10 years."
| Product SKU | 346846 |
| Producer | Drouhin |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Oregon |
| SubRegion | Willamette Valley |
| Appellation | Dundee Hills |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 13.9% |
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