Dubrul Vineyard Chardonnay
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Typically best enjoyed 3–8 years from the vintage release.
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Roasted chicken, creamy mushroom risotto, seared scallops
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The DuBrul Vineyard, situated on a steep, south-facing hillside in Washington's Yakima Valley, is widely celebrated as one of the Pacific Northwest's premier vineyard sites. Named in honor of co-owner Kathy Shiels' family, this unique terroir features complex soils of volcanic basalt overlaid with wind-blown loess. Owen Roe's expression of Chardonnay from this acclaimed site highlights the brilliant harmony between natural acidity and rich texture. Crafted using traditional French cellar techniques, the wine undergoes barrel fermentation and regular lees stirring (bâtonnage) to develop a creamy, nuanced mouthfeel. The dramatic diurnal temperature shifts of the Yakima Valley preserve the grape's vibrant acidity, resulting in a sophisticated white wine that balances bright orchard fruit notes with a distinct mineral backbone derived from the ancient volcanic soils.
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Established in 1999 by winemaker David O'Reilly and co-founder Jerry Owen, Owen Roe is a highly acclaimed Pacific Northwest winery dedicated to producing exceptional, terroir-driven wines from Washington and Oregon. Named after the historic 17th-century Irish patriot Owen Roe O'Neill, the winery operates its estate vineyard and production facility at 309 Shipley Rd, Granger, WA 98932, United States, in the heart of the Yakima Valley, while sourcing fruit from legendary sites like DuBrul, Red Willow, and Seven Hills. Owen Roe's winemaking philosophy centers on minimal intervention, utilizing small-batch fermentations and meticulous French oak aging to craft expressive, structurally complex wines. They are particularly celebrated for their bold, single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignons, northern Rhône-style Syrahs like Ex Umbris, and creative blends such as Sinister Hand and Abbot's Table. More information can be found on their official website at https://www.owenroe.com.