Nicolas-Jay 'Affinites' Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, USA 2022 Atelier delivered at a tremendous value

delivered at a tremendous value

well balanced with medium bodied and proper level of tannins

Here there is just enough reduction to blur the nuances of the floral and citrus confit-scented nose

bittersweet chocolate and hints of thyme

Heiwa Shuzou brings us “KID” Junmai Ginjo Hiyaoroshi

Nicolas-Jay 'Affinites' Chardonnay, Willamette Valley, USA 2022 Atelier delivered at a tremendous valueThe Chardonnay version of L'Ensemble, the 2022 Chardonnay Affinites is a barrel selection and a vintage and appellation wine. It pours a brilliant yellow silver color and leads with notes of citrus oils, delicate toast, wet stone, white mushroom, and white peach. Medium bodied and approachable, it floats on the palate with good extract and should age with ease over the coming 6 8 years. 94 Pts Jeb Dunnuck