vibrant restraint with defined black fruit and notes of cranberry and cherry leading to a core of tea

The vintage was characterised by a hot summer with temperatures often above 35°C and with persistent showers

because this was originally called “Parcel 109” when Aubert bought the vineyard

and orange blossom

The Kirschenmann Vineyard is close to our hearts as our winemaker

2019 The Hilt Estate Chardonnay Yakima Valley vibrant restraint with defined blackMatt Dees, Winemaker Notes: Vibrant, toasty, and reserved. Fresh pineapple. Lemon curd with powdered sugar lift. Lithe and graceful. xotic and saline. Like oyster brine. Long life ahead. Remains taut and reserved with a fine level of soft and supple fruit. Loquat, green apple, chamomile tea, ginger, lime pith and agave. Absolute finesse with a touch of the raw energy from the cold Pacific winds. A wine of place and of attitude. Cold and steely with an