Cristom 'Estate' Chardonnay, Eola-Amity Hills,USA

Cristom’s 2021 Estate Chardonnay from Oregon’s Eola-Amity Hills AVA embodies a balance of elegance and vibrancy, drawing from the volcanic-rich soils of its home estate and neighboring vineyards. Crafted with meticulous attention, it captures the hallmark freshness and complexity of the region, offering a Chardonnay that is both generous in flavor and structured in precision.

Product Details:

• Alcohol: 13.0% ABV
• Acidity (TA): 6.5 g/L
• pH: 3.18
• Vineyard Sources: 40% Von Oehsen, 23% Eola Springs, 13% Royer, 11% Paul Gerrie, 5% Seven Springs, 4% Stiling, 3% Eileen, 1% Louise
• Soils: Diverse volcanic soils
• Clones: 72, 76, 95, 96, 548
• Aging: 11 months in 24% new French oak barrels, followed by 5 months in stainless steel
• Vinification: 100% hand-harvested, whole-cluster pressed, full malolactic fermentation
• Production: 2,028 cases
• Winemaker: Daniel Estrin
• Owner: Tom Gerrie

Sensory Description:

This vintage opens with expressive aromatics of brioche, chamomile, and citrus zest, leading into a palate layered with Meyer lemon, green pear, and hints of sweet citrus and floral herbs. The use of native yeast and full malolactic fermentation adds a creamy texture, while the volcanic soils lend mineral structure and precision. The result is a finely detailed Chardonnay with persistent acidity and a long, citrus-driven finish.

Winemaker's Background:

Cristom Vineyards, established over 30 years ago in the heart of the Willamette Valley, is recognized for its pioneering role in Oregon Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Today, under second-generation leadership from Tom Gerrie and winemaker Daniel Estrin, Cristom continues to honor its founding principles, land stewardship, sustainable practices, and minimal intervention winemaking, while crafting some of the most expressive wines in the Pacific Northwest.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve chilled at 10–12°C. Pair with grilled halibut, lemon-butter scallops, or roasted chicken with herbed root vegetables. Its structure also makes it a fine match for rich shellfish dishes or creamy risottos.

This vintage stands out for its nuanced energy, lifted aromatics, and mineral precision. Sourced from a range of premier sites, it reflects both the house style and the signature terroir of the Eola-Amity Hills with impressive clarity and elegance. A benchmark expression for Willamette Valley Chardonnay lovers.