2023 Block 76 Chardonnay

2023 Block 76 Chardonnay Chardonnay – Exclusive Westcott Chardonnay

A Refined and Elegant Westcott Chardonnay for Wine Club Members

The 2023 Block 76 Chardonnay Chardonnay is an exclusive, limited-release Westcott Chardonnay, available only to Westcott Vineyards wine club members. Crafted from a one-acre block on our Home Farm Vineyard, this wine reflects the distinct character of its site—showcasing depth, complexity, and finesse rooted in a unique expression of place and thoughtful winemaking.

Tasting Notes

Opens with rich aromas of toffee and toasted almonds, complemented by a hint of fresh apple. On the palate, butterscotch notes add a luxurious perception of sweetness, balanced with crisp apple flavors. The finish is smooth and lingering, leaving a delightful impression.

Winemaking Details

• Sourced from clone 76 vines planted at our home farm vineyard

• Aged in neutral French barriques, adding depth and complexity.

• Mineral-driven character, highlighting the terroir’s unique saline influence.

• Creamy texture and elegant oak integration, enhancing the wine’s structure.

Perfect Food Pairings

This Westcott Chardonnay pairs beautifully with:

• Seared scallops, complementing its rich texture and bright acidity.

• Roast chicken with herbs, enhancing its layered complexity.

• Buttery lobster or crab, balancing the wine’s minerality and depth.

• Soft-ripened cheeses, pairing perfectly with its creamy mouthfeel.

This Westcott Chardonnay is Exclusive to Wine Club Members

The 2023 Block 76 Chardonnay is available exclusively to Westcott Vineyards wine club members. This small-lot, old-vine Chardonnay is a testament to Westcott’s commitment to crafting world-class cool-climate wines.

Join the Westcott Vineyards Wine Club to access this exclusive wine and other members-only releases.

93 Points

Rick Van Sickle, wines in Niagara

"Sourced from a small, unique block of Chardonnay at the Home Farm Vineyard. The grapes are hand-picked, whole bunch pressed, wild fermented and then aged in neutral French oak for 16 months. This is always one of Niagara’s top expressions of Chardonnay from higher up on the escarpment. It shows more elegance than the estate with lovely fresh saline and stony minerality followed by pear perfume, crisp apples, citrus, bergamot and fully integrated spice notes. It has a plush texture and profound stoney/saline minerality on the palate with fruits of apple, pear, quince and lemon chiffon with leesy notes, ripe fruit sweetness (even with only 2 g/l of RS) and a caressing, long and luxurious finish. Can cellar to 2030."