Willamette Valley | Dundee Hills

2022 Knudsen Vineyards Family Series Chardonnay

This Oregon Chardonnay beautifully showcases the character of its vintage, offering a harmonious blend of fruit, floral, and subtle earthy notes. Perfectly balanced and refreshingly complex, it is a true testament to the exceptional terroir and craftsmanship behind its creation.


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FAMILY SERIES

Estate Grown

LIVE Certified

Salmon Safe

TECH SHEET

Brilliant straw yellow with a slight golden hue, the nose is an aromatic medley of pineapple and peach, accented by delicate floral blossoms. Subtle undertones of vanilla and lemon cream add a rich and inviting complexity. On the palate, this Chardonnay is a vibrant expression of the vintage, crafted from a blend of multiple vineyard blocks to capture the full flavor profile. Pineapple and peach flavors take center stage, complemented by creamy lemon notes and a touch of vanilla. Balanced acidity enhances the wine’s freshness, creating a lively and invigorating experience. The finish is long and elegant, with lingering hints of hay and a whisper of lemongrass that add an intriguing dimension to the wine’s profile.

Appellation: Dundee Hills
Soil: Jory – red volcanic: drains well during winter; holds water during summer heat.
Oak: French, 20% new, 11 months
Bottled: 09/2023
Released: 09/2024
Cases: 490

Alcohol: 13%
pH: 3.25
TA: 5.9 g/L
Harvest Brix: 21.5
Winemaker: Nate Klostermann

map of knudsen vineyards illustrating the various vineyard blocks by grape variety25% Block 26
Planted in 1995
Clone 76

25% Block 27
Planted in 1995
Clone 95

25% Block 28
Planted in 1993
Clone 96

25% Block 29
Planted in 1993
Clone 76

15% Block 30/32
Planted in 1995
Clone mix

Every growing season is unique and different and that certainly describes 2022. It was a roller coaster year – a frost event in mid-April, a cool and wet May followed by a warm July and August extending, uncharacteristically, into late October. The net result? A beautiful crop with strong yields, excellent quality, ripe flavors and bright acidity. Mother nature gave us concern early and then made up for it with great fall weather enabling one of the latest harvests in many years.