Mullan Road Cellars was founded in 2012 by Dennis Cakebread of the renowned Cakebread Cellars winery in Napa Valley. A 40-year veteran of the wine trade, Dennis embarked on a mission to make a world-class Washington State wine embodying the rich history and terroir of the Northwest. Inspired by the adventurous 1850s expedition to build the first wagon road into Eastern Washington, Mullan Road Cellars celebrates the pioneering spirit with each wine it blends. The grapes for Mullan Road Cellars Chardonnay come from Corfu Crossing Vineyard in the newly designated Royal Slope appellation.

Harvest Note
The 2023 vintage provided excellent growing conditions, with plenty of warm, sunny days that led to optimal flavor maturity while maintaining the natural grape acidity and freshness. Fruit was hand harvested and whole cluster pressed at gentle pressure. The juice was settled in stainless steel vat for 24 hours and then racked to barrels for fermentation. Fermentation was done in a chilled room (55oF). Upon completion of primary fermentation, sur lees aging with lees stirring was done for nine months.
Tasting Note
Aromas of citrus zest, crystallized melon, lime blossom, jasmine, and lemon curd. On the palate, an explosion of fruit flavors with a mouth-coating, voluptuous texture and a vibrant finish.
Technical Data
GRAPES: 100% Chardonnay
APPELLATION: Royal Slope
PH: 3.56
ACIDITY: 5.06
ABV: 14.1%
AGING: Aged 9 months in 100% French oak, 17% new
MALOLACTIC FERMENTATION: Partial malolactic initiated in all barrels. Arrested at 30% completion
Unique Selling Points
  • Fruit comes from famed vineyards in newly designated Royal Slope AVA
  • Grapes from Corfu Crossing Vineyard in Washington's Royal Slope AVA
  • Gently whole cluster pressed, barrel fermented and aged sur lie for nine months
  • From the Cakebread Cellars family with 50 years of exceptional Chardonnay expertise
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