“I imagine my wines as liquid almanacs, transparent & illustrative of grape, time & place.”
GRAPE
Chardonnay's fluidity shows nuance. It thrives in many climates & soils. It's highly responsive in the cellar, a clear reflection of how it's made. If, to some, it's identity is uncertain, I am completely unwavering, fully committed: with this humble grape, my singular focus is crafting age-worthy chardonnays of grape, time & place.
Time
Each year's weather conditions are unique; time shaping the character of vine, grape, human. Seasonal conditions dance & vineyard microclimates shift, dynamic imprints within the fruit's DNA. Tuning in to subtleties, nuances and details is my task; paying attention & being present. In time, my wines reveal power, intensity, elegance.
Place
The soil, microclimate, topography, elevation, aspect & farming philosophy all have an enormous impact on the character of grapes. And there is way more than meets the eye. The 'soul of place' is what I seek to discover, over time, producing world class Willamette Valley Chardonnay which is, first and foremost, authentic to it's place.
“I believe compelling Willamette Valley Chardonnay comes from a sincere and genuine commitment matured by time. I follow my passion, my instincts and my intuition. ”