{"product_id":"walter-scott-chardonnay-koosah-vineyard","title":"Walter Scott 'Koosah Vineyard' Chardonnay, Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon","description":"\n\u003cp\u003eMeyer lemon, white peach, crushed stone, and a striking saline minerality define the 2023 Walter Scott 'Koosah Vineyard' Chardonnay, Eola-Amity Hills, Oregon. Sourced from a dramatic, high-elevation vineyard in the volcanic Eola-Amity Hills, this limited-production Chardonnay combines remarkable concentration with vibrant acidity and exceptional precision. Awarded 98 points by Decanter, it exemplifies winemaker Ken Pahlow's commitment to revealing the distinctive character of Oregon's finest vineyard sites through thoughtful farming and meticulous, Burgundy-inspired winemaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Walter Scott Wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOwners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ken Pahlow and Erica Landon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ken Pahlow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2023\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay, five co-fermented clones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVineyard Source:\u003c\/strong\u003e Koosah Vineyard, established by Kevin Chambers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFarming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVine Planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Volcanic Witzel and Jory soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eElevation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 720–1,080 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePressing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gentle crushing and bladder pressing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Native yeast fermentation in large-format French oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAging:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 months in 350L and 500L French oak barrels, 65% new, followed by 3 months in stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLees Management:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal stirring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMalolactic Fermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% complete\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFiltration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lightly filtered\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13%\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Production:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250 cases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSensory Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpressive aromas of Meyer lemon, white peach, nectarine, and citrus blossom mingle with crushed stone, smoky flint, and subtle toasted hazelnut. The palate is concentrated yet remarkably energetic, revealing layers of lemon curd, ripe orchard fruit, and delicate baking spice. A silky texture and pronounced saline minerality are balanced by vibrant acidity, creating exceptional tension and precision. The finish is long and persistent, with lingering citrus zest, wet stone, and restrained oak complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAwards \u0026amp; Accolades:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 98 Points, Decanter, Clive Pursehouse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 97+ Points, Jeb Dunnuck, Audrey Frick\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 97 Points, Vinous, Eric Guido\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 96 Points, Owen Bargreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScore:\u003c\/strong\u003e 95 Points, Wine Enthusiast, Michael Alberty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer’s Background:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 2008 by husband-and-wife team Ken Pahlow and Erica Landon, Walter Scott Wines has become a leading producer of vineyard-driven Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Oregon's Willamette Valley. Influenced by Burgundy's tradition of expressing individual vineyard sites, the winery emphasizes exceptional fruit, native fermentation, and carefully integrated oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKoosah Vineyard, established by Kevin Chambers, occupies one of the highest elevations in the Eola-Amity Hills. Its rocky volcanic soils, exposed slopes, and persistent coastal winds produce Chardonnay with remarkable concentration and natural acidity. The organically farmed property preserves substantial native vegetation alongside its vineyards, reflecting a commitment to biodiversity and ecological stewardship. The 2023 vintage's extended growing season further enhanced the wine's aromatic complexity and structural precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eServing Suggestions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe at approximately 50–55°F (10–13°C) in a Burgundy-style wine glass, allowing time for its layered aromatics to emerge. Pair with butter-poached lobster, seared scallops, roasted halibut, Dungeness crab, herb-roasted chicken, or wild mushroom risotto. Its mineral precision and rich texture also complement brown butter sauces and aged Comté. Enjoy now with aeration or cellar into the 2030s for additional complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"Buena Vida Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"2023 \/ 750mL","offer_id":67588593844279,"sku":null,"price":72.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2699\/1632\/files\/Walter_Scott_Koosah_Vineyard_Chardonnay_Eola-Amity_Hills_Oregon_2023.png?v=1791909765","url":"https:\/\/www.winedispensary.com\/products\/walter-scott-chardonnay-koosah-vineyard","provider":"Wine Dispensary","version":"1.0","type":"link"}