
Independent sommelier and consultant
Adelina Estate Introspect 2022
Australia, South Australia
96/100
Overall rating
3/5
Value for money
€37,35
€47,00
€80,17/pcs.
€101,00/pcs.
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Walter Scott Freedom Hill Vineyard Chardonnay 2021 is a striking Oregon white that balances generous texture with remarkable precision. Sourced from the highly regarded Freedom Hill Vineyard in the Willamette Valley and crafted by winemaker Ken Pahlow, it delivers the kind of layered, mineral-driven Chardonnay that has made Walter Scott one of the names to watch in the region.
Tasting Notes
In the glass, this Chardonnay shows a bright, polished profile with a refined, luminous feel. The nose is beautifully expressive, unfolding with notes of yellow pear, lemon, mandarin blossom, mirabelle plum, lemon thyme, yellow roses, and wet stone.
The palate is both full and beautifully restrained, with vivid citrus energy, impressive depth, and a vivid mineral thread that carries the finish. It has a sense of “weightless power” — concentrated yet graceful — and should age very well over the coming years, gaining extra complexity and nuance with time.
Production
The grapes come from Freedom Hill Vineyard in Oregon’s Willamette Valley, a site known for producing Chardonnay with tension, purity, and mineral character. Fruit is harvested and sorted by hand, then the wine is matured in a combination of new and used French oak barrels to add texture and complexity without overshadowing the vineyard’s expression.
Food & Serving
This Chardonnay is a natural match for roast chicken, lobster, seared scallops, turbot, creamy mushroom dishes, or rich vegetable preparations like cauliflower gratin. Serve chilled at around 10–12°C, and a short decant can be beneficial if you want to open up its aromatics and texture before serving.
Producer
Walter Scott is a respected Oregon producer focused on site-driven wines with clarity, finesse, and balance. Founded by Ken Pahlow and Erica Landon, the winery has quickly earned a strong reputation in the Willamette Valley for producing some of the region’s most compelling Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with critical acclaim reinforcing its place among Oregon’s top modern estates.
| Type | White wine |
| Producer | Walter Scott |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Country | USA |
| Region | Oregon |
| Grape | Chardonnay |
| Alcohol | 13.00% |
| Volume | 750 ml |
| Food pairing |
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