2021 Morgen Long Chardonnay Durant
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I tasted the 2021 Chardonnay Durant Vineyard from tank. It has pure aromas of white peach, lemon-lime, saline and lemongrass with flinty, nutty undertones. The medium-bodied palate is pure, focused and energetic with an intense core of perfumed fruit, a silky texture and alluring savory undertones coming through on the very long, textural finish. I love this combination of vibrancy and fruit intensity.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Erin Brooks, Wine Advocate
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Aged in 25% new French oak, the 2021 Chardonnay Durant Vineyard pours a pale straw with green highlights and has gorgeous aromas of lime leaf, dusty earth, white peach, and fresh herbs. Medium-bodied, with tension, balanced fruit, and great structure, it remains pristine, with a light pithy snap of texture on the finish. Seth Morgen Long began making his wines in 2014 and is exclusively dedicated to the production of Willamette Valley Chardonnay. Originally from North Carolina, his family relocated to the Willamette Valley when he was nine. Having worked for Domaine de Montille in 2012 and 2013, he took their model for winemaking and returned to the Willamette Valley. Seth had been making his wines in the Lingua Franca facilities until 2022, when they sold to Constellation. He is currently operating out of Michael Etzel’s space down the road from Beaux Freres, where the wines for this report were tasted in their new tasting room. His style continues to evolve, although the wines are still about purity and focus and are well worth seeking out. I continue believe these are some of the best examples of Chardonnay you can find.
Dijon clone 96. Morgen Long has no contract with the grower here – just a phone call. Vines are mid slope, and very early maturing. Picked 30 August and no chaptalisation. Very pure with very marked lemon flavour. (JR)