2023 Bethel Heights "Casteel - Estate" Eola-Amity Hills Chardonnay
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Decanter
This wine is perennially one of the best Chardonnays in the region, a select blend from the finest barrels each vintage, with lots varying from year to year, bearing the family name Casteel. Aromatics of chipped flint, smoky grilled lemon wedge and sweet spiced notes of candied ginger leap forth. The palate is intensely coiled, electric minerality, crushed slate, briny notes of seaspray and savoury edges framed by lemon beebalm and verbena. The finish is long, contemplative. This is a wine to age for a decade before its full potential will be realised.
Professional Reviews
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Jeb Dunnuck
Primarily from a block adjacent to the winery, the bright yellow 2023 Chardonnay Casteel Estate offers smoky reduction as well as aromas of wet stones, white peach, mango, fresh flowers, and beeswax. The palate is ripe and full, balanced by a zesty lift and a long-lasting finish. Drink 2025-2035.
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Wine Advocate
From the Justice Vineyard, the 2023 Chardonnay Casteel has slowly unfurling aromas of peach, pear, panna cotta, chamomile, honey and matchstick, gaining in intensity and expression as it airs in the glass. The medium-bodied palate is dynamic, detailed and perfumed with succulent flavors and a luxurious, silky texture. It’s balanced by vibrant acidity and has a very long finish.
Details
| Origin | Oregon, United States |
|---|---|
| Type/Varietal | Chardonnay |
| Alcohol Content | 13.5% |
| SKU | 1952941 |