2020 Chances R Chardonnay
Chances R marks a new era of production and reach for Watermill. Chances R is a quaffable but structured chardonnay that will allow drinkers to experience Watermill wines at a lower price point without sacrificing quality. The wine was named Chances R because it is of such high quality and such low price that in the words of our winemaker Andrew Brown, “chances are we aren’t going to make any money off it”.
Tasting notes
Lush tropical fruits with layers of pineapple and guava. A balanced creaminess on the palate that finishes bright and clean.
Production notes
All Watermill wines are hand picked late in seasons for maximum ripeness. They are then gently pressed in small volumes and undergo inoculated fermentation in 1 to 1.5 ton small lot fermenters. The wine sits on the skins for more than two weeks where it undergoes additional maceration through punch downs and pump overs for color and tannin integration before being transferred to barrel.
Download Wine Notes |
Vintage | 2020 |
Varietal | Chardonnay |
Varietal Composition | 100% Chardonnay |
Appellation | Columbia Valley |
Vineyard | Reyna Vineyard |
Aging | 6 months 31% neutral French oak, 9 months 69% stainless steel |
Alcohol | 12.70% |
Volume | 750 ml |
Cases Produced | 431 |