2022 Maison Noir 'Knock on Wood' Chardonnay Willamette Valley

Winemaker Notes: 100% Chardonnay, all stainless-steel and no malolactic fermentation. Procured from hillside vineyards in Yamhill-Carlton AVA, reminiscent of the grand crus of Burgundy's Cote d'Or. It benefited from a very long and cold fermentation - almost two months - resulting in a lean and mean wine with perfume of honeydew melon and pear surfing huge waves of minerals, bringing a nice tide of racy starfruit to the finish.

 Andre Hueston Mack represents a dynamic fusion of passion, expertise, and rebellion in the wine industry. His journey into the world of wine began in the most prestigious corridors of the culinary scene, working as a sommelier at top establishments, including Thomas Keller's famed The French Laundry in California and Per Se in New York. Driven by a desire to challenge the status quo and democratize wine culture, Mack founded MAISON NOIR WINES. His approach to winemaking is heavily influenced by his desire to produce wines that are not only a reflection of their terroir but also accessible and relatable to a broad audience.