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Grape: 100% Chardonnay
ABV: 12%
Story: Alex Neely takes a philosophical approach to wine. He sees himself as a shepherd who guides the grapes along their journey of controlled spoilage. More often than not, the wine decides its own character as he does not pigeonhole them into some preconceived notion of what he imagines they should be. He alters his basic winemaking techniques to adapt to each particular and unique vintage. Therefore, none of his wines taste the same. The only consistency is inconsistency, much like life itself. Also of note, Alex ran for mayor and is frequently seen defending his neighbors in Portland’s St. John ‘hood from ICE. To this we wholeheartedly cheers.
Personality: An aroma of dried nectarine, waterless river rock, and bouquet garni. Palate of unsweetened ice tea, salted dried plums, marshmallow. Bracing acidity with supple tannins. A fruity dark chocolate finish.
Harmony: Literally begging for winter oyster season, or just get weird with a cornucopia of cheeses.