
2018 Headturner Flyaway Chardonnay, Horse Heaven Hills
90 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
Winemaker Notes
The 2018 Headturner Horse Heaven Hills Chardonnay has rich aromas of buttered
brioche, fresh pineapple and ripe golden delicious apples. These aromatics lead to a
beautifully balanced mid-palate with lush flavors of lemon curd and butterscotch. This
chardonnay finishes with full-bodied elegance and is sure to be a Headturner.
Composition
100% Destiny Ridge Vineyard, Horse Heaven Hills AVA
Wine Specs
Vintage
2018
Varietal
Chardonnay
Appellation
Horse Heaven Hills
Acid
5.4 g/L
pH
3.5
Aging
21 months in 100% French Oak; 50% new for 12 months then 100% neutral French oak for 9 months. New cooperage includes Francois Freres, Ana, Damy & Mercurey
Alcohol %
14.4
Production Notes
A mild, wet winter led into a cool, wet spring. With budbreak progressing normally,
June brought back the rain. The summer months of July and August warmed up
significantly, with daytime temperatures reaching over 100°F but a nice cooling effect
in the evenings helped to maintain balance. September revealed ideal conditions
leading us to a beautiful harvest.
Vineyard Notes
The Horse Heaven Hills AVA is a winegrowing region bound by the Yakima Valley
AVA to the north and the Columbia River to the south. Located in the greater
Columbia Valley, soil types in this AVA are silt loam that drain efficiently allowing for
precise irrigation management. Destiny Ridge Vineyard faces south perched high on
the bluffs overlooking the Columbia River. This vineyards’ proximity to the constant
cool river breezes help moderate the hot summer temperatures, allowing for the
development of rich flavors in harmony with vibrant acidity.