Roco Chardonnay Gravel Road Willamette Valley

Gravel Road Chardonnay is a blend of our three favorite Chardonnay vineyards in the Willamette Valley: Gran Moraine, Marsh Estate, and Knudsen Vineyards. The first two vineyards grow in low to mid elevation, in sandstone-shale derived soils that provide a lovely creamy texture. While Knudsen Vineyards is located at a high elevation in volcanic derived soil that adds a racy minerality to this unique Chardonnay. Tasting notes: On the nose, honeyed pear and apple with apricot are riddled with starfruit citrus, mineral agave, and tempered by lovely honeycomb. Rich on the palate. Look for ripe honeyed cassava melon with ground cherry, yellow plum, and rich honeycomb and vanilla spice. A sweetness married to mineral acidity leads to a very long, memorable Chardonnay finish. Pairs well with: Most ideal with dishes that show richness and freshness, like a pizza of leeks and pecorino cheese or free-range roast chicken with lemons and lentils.