96 points & 'Highly Recommended' International Wine Report: "WALTER SCOTT Chardonnay, McMinnville ‘Hyland Vineyard’ 2022 The 2022 Walter Scott Chardonnay from McMinnville’s renowned Hyland Vineyard is a beautiful expression of old vine fruit, considered by some to be one of Oregon’s "Grand Cru" sites. Fermented and aged in 35% new French oak for 12 months, with an additional 4 months in stainless steel, this Chardonnay opens with aromas of white peach, freshly sliced green pears, toasted hazelnuts, and flinty crushed rocks, complemented by shades of white tea and a hint of white pepper. The perfectly balanced acidity delivers a lush, long-lasting finish, making this wine a must-have. 120 cases made. Highly recommended. Drink 2024-2034 (Aug 2024)"
94+ points Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "The 2022 Chardonnay Cuvée Anne comes from several vineyards (Justice, Koosah, Sojeau and Witness Tree) located on both volcanic and marine sedimentary soils. It was fermented and aged in 45% new, 350- and 500-liter barrels for 12 months, plus an additional four months in stainless steel. The nose presents deep, savory scents of matchstick, roasted almonds, honey, pastry and golden apples. The light-bodied palate offers concentrated flavors that are more open and expansive than the nose at this stage. It has a seamless spine of acidity that drives its flavors into a long finish and calls you back for another sip. Give it 2–3 years in bottle or a few hours in a decanter—it opens dramatically with air. 750 cases were made. Drink: 2025-2040. (Jul 2024)"
94 points Clive Pursehouse (Decanter): "The Cuvée Anne may serve as an introduction to the intensity of the Walter Scott single-vineyard Chardonnays. This barrel selection brings together fruit from the Justice, Koosah, Sojeau, and Witness Tree Vineyards. A fruity depth flashes across the aromatics with honeyed ginger, apricot flesh, dried white flowers, and a nutty, savoury note. The palate is rich and juicy, with a smoky lemon peel element brightening riper stone fruits and a poached peach richness. Drinking Window: 2024-2038. (5/30/24)"
93 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "Year after year, this continues to be one of the best entry wines to a range, and this vintage does not disappoint. Taking a bright yellow/green-tinged hue, the 2022 Chardonnay Cuvee is exceptional on the nose, with a calling card of flinty lift, bright green apples, salted lime candies, and fresh white flowers. Medium-bodied, with a fantastic texture, it’s so damn good, with balanced, ripe acidity and a pristine feel throughout. Crystalline and fresh, it will drink well over the coming 6-8 years. 850 cases were produced. Drink 2024-2032 (Aug 2024)"
92+ points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2022 Chardonnay Cuvée Anne slowly evolves in the glass, slightly reductive, with a whiff of crushed rocks giving way to rosemary and freshly sliced apricot. This washes across the palate with a flinty sensation as mineral-inflected fruits cascade throughout. The 2022 leaves a lingering concentration, punching well above its class. It finishes long, savory, and nearly salty with a citrus tinge. Drink 2024-2028 (Aug 2024)"
Producer notes: "Cuvee Anne emanates a sense of clarity and precision, unveiling a bouquet of floral intrigue, as honeysuckle, lemon myrtle and orange blossom gracefully entwine, delicately complimented by a subtle hint of oyster shell. The palate boasts savory herb freshness at the forefront, followed by a focused acidity, rich with juicy mandarin orange alongside the essence of ripe yellow and white peaches. While retaining its classic Chardonnay character, the 2022 Cuvee Anne delivers an unparalleled density and power along with its generously mouth watering finish. Only 750 cases produced."
94+ points Erin Brooks (Wine Advocate): "The 2022 Chardonnay Cuvée Anne comes from several vineyards (Justice, Koosah, Sojeau and Witness Tree) located on both volcanic and marine sedimentary soils. It was fermented and aged in 45% new, 350- and 500-liter barrels for 12 months, plus an additional four months in stainless steel. The nose presents deep, savory scents of matchstick, roasted almonds, honey, pastry and golden apples. The light-bodied palate offers concentrated flavors that are more open and expansive than the nose at this stage. It has a seamless spine of acidity that drives its flavors into a long finish and calls you back for another sip. Give it 2–3 years in bottle or a few hours in a decanter—it opens dramatically with air. 750 cases were made. Drink: 2025-2040. (Jul 2024)"
94 points Clive Pursehouse (Decanter): "The Cuvée Anne may serve as an introduction to the intensity of the Walter Scott single-vineyard Chardonnays. This barrel selection brings together fruit from the Justice, Koosah, Sojeau, and Witness Tree Vineyards. A fruity depth flashes across the aromatics with honeyed ginger, apricot flesh, dried white flowers, and a nutty, savoury note. The palate is rich and juicy, with a smoky lemon peel element brightening riper stone fruits and a poached peach richness. Drinking Window: 2024-2038. (5/30/24)"
93 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "Year after year, this continues to be one of the best entry wines to a range, and this vintage does not disappoint. Taking a bright yellow/green-tinged hue, the 2022 Chardonnay Cuvee is exceptional on the nose, with a calling card of flinty lift, bright green apples, salted lime candies, and fresh white flowers. Medium-bodied, with a fantastic texture, it’s so damn good, with balanced, ripe acidity and a pristine feel throughout. Crystalline and fresh, it will drink well over the coming 6-8 years. 850 cases were produced. Drink 2024-2032 (Aug 2024)"
92+ points Eric Guido (Vinous): "The 2022 Chardonnay Cuvée Anne slowly evolves in the glass, slightly reductive, with a whiff of crushed rocks giving way to rosemary and freshly sliced apricot. This washes across the palate with a flinty sensation as mineral-inflected fruits cascade throughout. The 2022 leaves a lingering concentration, punching well above its class. It finishes long, savory, and nearly salty with a citrus tinge. Drink 2024-2028 (Aug 2024)"
Producer notes: "Cuvee Anne emanates a sense of clarity and precision, unveiling a bouquet of floral intrigue, as honeysuckle, lemon myrtle and orange blossom gracefully entwine, delicately complimented by a subtle hint of oyster shell. The palate boasts savory herb freshness at the forefront, followed by a focused acidity, rich with juicy mandarin orange alongside the essence of ripe yellow and white peaches. While retaining its classic Chardonnay character, the 2022 Cuvee Anne delivers an unparalleled density and power along with its generously mouth watering finish. Only 750 cases produced."
| Product SKU | 350279 |
| Producer | Walter Scott |
| Country | United States |
| Region | Oregon |
| SubRegion | Willamette Valley |
| Appellation | Eola-Amity Hills |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 13.0% |
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