The 2022 Kelley Fox Wines Durant Vineyard Chardonnay from Oregon's Willamette Valley is a refined expression of the varietal, showcasing the meticulous winemaking practices employed. Sourced from the historic Durant Vineyard's Lark Block, planted in 1991 on ancient marine soils, the grapes were hand-harvested and whole-cluster pressed. Fermentation occurred with native yeasts in a combination of concrete, amphora tanks, and stainless steel, followed by aging in neutral French oak barrels for 10 months, allowing for native malolactic fermentation and élevage. This approach results in a wine that is pale pastel yellow with shining golden tones, offering aromas of powdery minerals, delicate tropical fruits, and creamy citrus, leading to a medium-bodied palate with pristine ripe fruit, a pithy texture, and a delicate finish marked by floral notes of lemon blossoms.