Meyer Family Vineyards released a knockout 2022 Gewürztraminer recently. I think most wine drinkers recognize MFV for its Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays so let us try their “entry level” 2022 Okanagan Valley Chardonnay 80% of which was aged in stainless steel and 20% in neutral French oak barrels for 6 months. Due to that high stainless-steel percentage and neutral French oak, one might expect a perky Chardonnay instead of a richer oaked Chardonnay.
It was made from grapes grown at the Old Main Road Vineyard on the Naramata Bench, Anarchist Mountain Vineyard in Osoyoos and the McLean Creek Vineyard in Okanagan Falls.
2,000 cases made.
Aroma: Apple, pear, mango, tangerine and a bit of pineapple.
Palate: Perhaps straightlaced and conservative might be preferred over perky. The acidity is present but in no way out of line. Pear, mango, apricot with a hint of ginger. Short finish. No flies on this Chardonnay. Technically correct.
Personality: Efficient, calm and businesslike. Reliable and trustworthy. I will not be dancing on the table with a lampshade on my head.
Food Match: Grilled porgy, sea bream or sea bass with a sauce of EV Olive Oil, lemon and Greek oregano.
Cellarbility: Drink by the end of 2024.
Price: $20.96 (British Columbia).
RKS 2023 Wine Rating: 87/100.
(Meyer Family Vineyards 2022 Okanagan Valley Chardonnay, B.C. VQA, Meyer Family Vineyards, Okanagan Falls, British Columbia, 750 mL, 13%).
Best to contact the winery for shipping and retail availability.
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