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Martin Woods Chardonnay Koosah Vineyard Eola-Amity Hills 2023 750ml
🇺🇸 Koosah Chardonnay with silky texture, tangy acidity and a long honey-nut finish.
Martin Woods · Koosah Vineyard Chardonnay · Eola-Amity Hills · 2023
Martin Woods Koosah Vineyard Chardonnay 2023 brings together generous fruit, silky texture and tangy acidity. From Koosah Vineyard in Oregon’s Eola-Amity Hills, this Chardonnay offers a layered expression of the Willamette Valley, with freshness carrying its richness through a long finish.
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Martin Woods · Koosah Vineyard Chardonnay · Eola-Amity Hills · 2023
Martin Woods Koosah Vineyard Chardonnay 2023 brings together generous fruit, silky texture and tangy acidity. From Koosah Vineyard in Oregon’s Eola-Amity Hills, this Chardonnay offers a layered expression of the Willamette Valley, with freshness carrying its richness through a long finish.
Producer & Vineyard
Winemaker Evan Martin’s supplied winery notes describe Koosah as the winery’s “Puligny,” an evocative comparison expressing its ambition for this Oregon Chardonnay rather than a French appellation designation. The notes emphasize the balance of medium weight and a sense of weightlessness, with potential to enjoy now or cellar.
Tasting Notes
The winery notes highlight lemon oil, green and gold apple, moss, white flowers and minerals. Wine Advocate’s 2023 review adds grilled peach, panna cotta, pie crust and roasted almond, describing expansive flavors balanced by tangy acidity and a long honey-nut finish.
Expert Review · 2023 Vintage
Wine Advocate, 92 Points: Matured for 18 months, the 2023 Chardonnay Koosah Vineyard has alluring scents of grilled peaches, panna cotta, pie crust, roasted almonds and floral perfume. The medium-bodied palate has a silky texture and expansive, dynamic flavors. Its generosity is balanced by tangy acidity, and it has a long, honey-nut finish.
Winemaker Description
Martin Woods: Lemon oil, green & gold apple, moss, white flower & minerals. Medium weight while possessing weightlessness. Our ‘Puligny’ — Oregon grand cru Chardonnay to enjoy now or cellar 15+ years.
Pairing Suggestions
Pair with roasted halibut, lobster, scallops, truffle risotto, aged Gruyère or soft-ripened cheeses.
Wine Details
- Producer: Martin Woods
- Vineyard: Koosah Vineyard
- Grape: Chardonnay
- Vintage: 2023
- Appellation: Eola-Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon
- Country: United States
- Maturation: 18 months, per the Wine Advocate review
- Cellaring: Enjoy now or cellar 15+ years, per the supplied winery notes
- Size: 750ml
A textured, vibrant Oregon Chardonnay for a seafood dinner or a place in the cellar.
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Wine Information:
Country: United States
Region: Oregon
Sub-Region: Willamette Valley - Eola-Amity Hills
Appellation: Willamette Valley
Variety: Chardonnay
Type: Whites
Size: 750ml
Choose when time is of the essence
Expert Reviews - Prior Vintage 2022
“Dazzles with spiced apples, damp earth, a hint of saline, green melon, and subtle notes of white tea. Beautiful structure with a touch of tannins, perfect acidity and balanced sweetness, leading to a long, fruit-forward and saline-infused finish. An outstanding bottle poised for an even brighter future. Editor’s Choice.” — 97 pts, International Wine Cellar
“Bright yellow/silver color. Notes of smoky earth, white peach, lemon oil, and white floral tone. Lovely richness without weight, exceptionally focused length. Drink 2025–2037.” — 96 pts, Jeb Dunnuck
“The floral quality of its aromas balances the somewhat rich mouthfeel. Vibrant energy and nice overall structure — balanced acidity — featuring notes of stone fruits, crispy apples, lemon peel, and herbs. This wine nails both phenolic structure and rich texture.” — 95 pts, Decanter