Reviews & Ratings

2022 McCollum Heritage 91 Chardonnay "Chehalem Mountains"

Winery: McCollum Heritage 91

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Chehalem Mountains"

Wine Category: Chardonnay

Grape blend: 100% Chardonnay

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Chehalem Mountain

State or country: CA

Price: $50

Cases produced: 262

KWG Score: 91 (based on 2 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (92)

Review date: September 30, 2025

Wine Review: This clear and pale straw-colored Chardonnay from the Chehalem Mountains in Oregon opens with a lemon tea and jasmine bouquet with hints of ginger ale. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, very smooth, and nicely coats your mouth. The flavor profile is a mild bosc pear and ginger ale blend with notes of cashew and oak. I also detected hints of hazelnuts, green apple, and lime zest. The finish is dry, and its flavors and acidity subtly fade away. I would pair this food friendly Chard with steamed clams with drawn butter. Enjoy - Ken

Winemaker Notes: This is a sleek and focused wine, smooth on entry and with exceptional length. It's understated with a quiet, polished presence. There are lovely aromas of fresh Meyer lemon zest, crisp yellow apple, and fragrant jasmine blossom. These aromas carry through onto the palate, lingering seemingly forever. This wine is perfectly lovely today and has a long, satisfying life ahead of it.

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