2018 Silice Chardonnay
Silice: A Bergström Wines Estate
Planted 2001 * Chehalem Mountains AVA * Elevation: 400ft
The French word for “Silica,” the shiny quartz in sand, Silice has the deepest sandy soils of any of our estate vineyards. This 20-acre vineyard sprawls over four different rolling sandy hillsides in the Chehalem Mountains AVA and most probably is a 60 million-year-old sand dune or beach. Silice sees all-day, unrelenting sun exposure, and strong winds that give the Pinot Noirs spicy powerful notes of gingerbread, cola and sassafras, with a mild savory and pretty floral lift while Silice Chardonnay is textural, bright, and delicate with a citrusy floral bouquet. Learn more about the Silice Vineyard
Josh Bergström's Notes
In the glass, the Silice Chardonnay is a crystalline, white gold in color, with a youthful green chlorophyll tint. There are notes of delicate honeysuckle, candied lemon, pear, and white flowers. Tightly wound and full of energy like a coiled spring patiently waiting to unleash its power, the Silice Chardonnay is shyly delicious now, but like a bud waiting to flower in time with a lovely, sweet, and silky personality. It is textural, with great tension, flatteringly perfumed, and welcoming. This is a delicious wine with great minerally, just like a Puligny. The introvert of the three single vineyard Chardonnays, but sure to be a classic with time. Drink Now - 2031+. Alcohol: 13.3%
Accolades
93 Points Wine Advocate * 93 Points Wine Enthusiast
Wine Profile
| Vintage | 2018 |
|---|---|
| Wine Style | White Wine |
| Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Alcohol % | 13.3 |
| Size | 750 ml |