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Odette 2018 Chardonnay

Featured in our Diamond Wine of the Month Club

Reserve: Napa Valley AVA
94 Points — Jeb Dunnuck
93+ Points — Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

Appellation: Hudson Ranch, Carneros AVA - Napa Valley
Grapes: 100% Chardonnay
Aged: 16 months in oak
Cases Produced: 44 Barrels
Alcohol: 14.8%
Sweetness Level: Dry
Winemaking: Handpicked at night; Whole cluster pressed; Native fermentations
Diet Friendly: Low Carb, Low Sugar, Paleo, Keto

Bottles

This wine is crafted from the famed Hudson Ranch off of Henry Road in the Carneros AVA of Napa Valley. 2018 marks the first year with the addition of Block 6S paired with our select rows in Block 5BS. This unique new block planted in sandy soil, adds to the overall depth and complexity bringing verve and energy to the palate. The adjacent blocks are both planted to Odette Estate Winemaker Jeff Owens favorite clone, old shot wente, also referred to as chicks and hens.

Impressions:
The 2018 Odette Reserve Chardonnay is 100% barrel fermented in 80% new French Oak and sur lie aged for 16 months on its lees. Extremely slow, cool, native fermentations contributed to the purity of fruit, elegance and true expression of this site. Appealing now but worthy of aging, this old shot wente selection offers notes of stone fruits, lemon zest, beeswax, apple blossoms and jasmine, framed by stunning freshness and a gorgeous texture.

Tasting notes sourced from winery's website.

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