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2022 Lingua Franca, Avni, Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA

  • White
  • Dry
  • Full Bodied
  • Chardonnay
Ready - youthful (Drink 2024 - 2029)
Jancis Robinson MW
16+/20
Product: 20221526297

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2022 Lingua Franca, Avni, Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA

Description

The 2022 Avni Chardonnay is sourced from multiple vineyards in the region, focusing on fruit grown on shallow volcanic soils. Sources include vineyards in the Eola-Amity Hills and near Lingua Franca’s Bunker Hill Estate Vineyard, as well as from selected vineyards in the Chehalem Mountains, Yamhill Carlton, and from a unique site in the Van Duzer Corridor with marine sediments.  

This is a stunning, vibrant Chardonnay. The 2022 vintage has a slightly softer touch than the 2021 but is in no way lacking in tension, with freshly squeezed lemon and grapefruit pith. A creamy edge on the palate emerges in the form of spiced orchard fruit, which feels incredibly harmonious alongside the fresh, mineral acidity. Without oak, wine from this terroir could be in danger of appearing austere, but the winemaking is exemplary. Drinking Avni is a lesson in what 'balance' really means in wine – simply wonderful.

Amy Johnson, Account Manager, Berry Bros. & Rudd

Colour White
Sweetness Dry
Vintage 2022
Maturity Ready - youthful (2024 - 2029)
Grape List Chardonnay
Body Full Bodied
Producer Lingua Franca

Critics reviews

Jancis Robinson MW 16+/20

Quite a complex nose. The opposite of opulent. Determinedly 'not California'? Just slightly pinched on the end, but fun to drink. (JR)
Drink 2025 - 2028
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com (Apr 2025)

About this wine

Willamette Valley

Willamette Valley

Celebrated for its cool climate, volcanic soils, and diverse terroirs, Willamette Valley, Oregon, is a prime region in America for growing Pinot Noir. The valley’s unique conditions produce wines with bright acidity, complexity, and balance. While Pinot Noir is the flagship grape, other varietals like Chardonnay, Pinot Gris, and Riesling also thrive here.
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