Elizabeth Chardonnay

Volume: 750ml
Vintage: 2022

£42.00

Member Price: £33.60

ELIZABETH · 92 POINTS · OWEN BARGREEN · DREW BLEDSOE

Named Elizabeth in honour of Drew Bledsoe's grandmother, this Chardonnay showcases the Bledsoe family's belief that Walla Walla can produce exceptional white wines. The 2022 vintage is bright, fresh and beautifully textured, with pear, peach and green apple layered with salty minerality and lemon-vanilla cream. Awarded 92 points by Owen Bargreen, it combines vibrant acidity with a creamy lees-derived texture, striking a lovely balance between freshness and richness. As Bledsoe Family's winemaking team puts it, Elizabeth is a Chardonnay capable of working equally well for casual occasions and a serious wine dinner.

A beautifully balanced Walla Walla Chardonnay — bright, mineral and effortlessly elegant.

Tasting Notes

Appearance: Bright, pale gold with a youthful, luminous appearance.
Nose: Fresh and expressive, with lemon zest, green apple, pear and peach, alongside delicate tropical fruit and a subtle creamy note.
Palate: Medium-bodied and beautifully fresh, with pear, peach and green apple framed by vibrant minerality, lemon-vanilla cream and creamy lees texture.
Finish: Long, clean and refreshing, with bright acidity, citrus and mineral character lingering on the finish.

Perfect For

Suggested Dishes: Beautiful with roast chicken, grilled fish, shellfish, creamy pasta, fresh salads or soft cheeses — particularly dishes where its acidity can cut through richer textures.
Suggested Occasions: Perfect for a long lunch, dinner with friends, summer entertaining or a more serious wine dinner where a beautifully balanced Chardonnay is called for.
Suggested Sporting Occasions: A sophisticated choice for watching the NFL, Super Bowl Sunday or enjoying a glass after a day of sport — particularly when you want something a little more refined than the usual game-day pour.

Details

Style: Fresh, textured Walla Walla Chardonnay
Country: USA
Region: Washington State
Appellation: Walla Walla Valley
Producer: Bledsoe Family Winery
Vineyard: Bledsoe Family estate / Walla Walla Valley vineyard sites
Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay
Closure: Cork
Drinking Window: 2023–2028
Serving Temp: 9–11°C
Decanting Advice: Not required; allow a few minutes in the glass to open
Cellaring Potential: 3–5 years
Production Quantity: Limited Edition

Awards & Medals

Owen Bargreen describes the 2022 Elizabeth as delicious and juicy, with vibrant minerality, pear, peach and green apple, alongside salty and lemon-vanilla cream. He highlights its medium body and finesse and recommends drinking it from 2023–2028.

“A really lovely Chardonnay — fresh and lively but with enough creamy texture to make it feel special. It has that perfect balance between being easy to drink and having enough going on to make you stop and think about it.”

92 points — Owen Bargreen (2022 vintage), praising its vibrant minerality, pear, peach and green apple fruit, salty lemon-vanilla cream, medium body and finesse. The 2019 vintage also received 92 points from Jeb Dunnuck.