Evening Land Vineyards Seven Springs Chardonnay 2023

Evening Land Vineyards Seven Springs Chardonnay 2023

Evening Land Vineyards
$32.00

Grape: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2023
Type: White

Grown on the iron-rich Jory volcanic soils of the Seven Springs Vineyard in Oregon's Eola-Amity Hills, this bottling captures the tension defined by the cool breezes of the Van Duzer Corridor. Winemaker Sashi Moorman ferments the fruit using indigenous yeasts in neutral oak puncheons and barriques, followed by 6 months of aging in used oak and a brief finish in stainless steel. The winemaking intentionally minimizes new wood influence to preserve the pristine structure and natural CO2 spritz straight from the site. This is an energetic, razor-sharp Oregon chardonnay that channels classic European restraint.

A pale straw color in the glass gives way to aromas of Meyer lemon, Asian pear, white flowers, and a hint of flinty beeswax. The palate delivers an electric surge of citrus zests, limeade, and crisp green apple, supported by a subtle chalky grip and fine phenolic tension. Vibrant, cool-climate acidity cuts directly through the wine's light, silky weight without feeling heavy. It finishes long, clean, and salty, leaving a lasting impression of crushed stone and bitter grapefruit pith.

Evening Land Vineyards is an acclaimed estate located in the Eola-Amity Hills of Oregon's Willamette Valley, renowned for its exclusive stewardship of the historic Seven Springs Vineyard. Originally planted in 1984 by Oregon wine pioneer Al MacDonald, the site has become a cornerstone of the region, celebrated for its rocky volcanic soils and cooling Pacific breezes that travel through the Van Duzer Corridor. Since 2014, the project has been led by the highly influential partnership of sommelier Rajat Parr and winemaker Sashi Moorman, who transitioned the estate to focus entirely on fruit from this single vineyard. Their winemaking philosophy emphasizes minimal intervention, native yeast fermentations, and the use of neutral oak and concrete to preserve the purity and tension of the fruit. The vineyard is farmed according to organic and biodynamic principles, and the wines are categorized into specific tiers like the approachable Seven Springs, the expressive La Source, and the concentrated, high-elevation Summum. While primarily known for world-class Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, they also produce notable Gamay Noir, Chenin Blanc, and traditional method sparkling wines, all of which reflect a commitment to transparency and site-specific character.