The 2017 Lavinea Elton Vineyard Chardonnay is a notable wine from the Willamette Valley's Eola-Amity Hills in Oregon. Produced by Lavinea, this white wine is crafted from Chardonnay grapes and sealed with a cork closure. It boasts an alcohol content of 13.2%.

Reviewers have consistently praised this vintage, with scores ranging from 92 to 94 points. Wine Enthusiast awarded it an excellent 93 points, highlighting the complexity brought by the quarter-century-old vines. Paul Gregutt notes its “complex mix of aromatics—yeast, flowers, herbs and even chicken stock,” and describes it as a “multilayered, mineral-driven, long-lived style, with just a touch of 15% new French oak.” He recommends drinking it now through 2028.

Wine & Spirits also rated this Chardonnay at 92 points, praising its old-vine character. The review mentions scents of “lemon curd and almond butter,” and describes the flavors as “warm and balanced, citrusy, with an oceanic freshness framed by judicious oak.” This wine is recommended for pairing with grilled chicken.

James Suckling, another reviewer who awarded it 92 points, was impressed by its “aromas of fresh pears and sliced green apples” and “fresh-pastry notes.” He calls it a “bold Chardonnay with ripe-melon and lemon flavors” and finds it “long and balanced.”

Vinous, with Eric Guido as the reviewer, also gave it 92 points. He found the wine “seductive as honeyed florals and topical citrus tones complement peach preserves through its dramatic bouquet.” Guido appreciated its “zesty acidity and touches of candied lime,” noting that its finish was “potent and long, staining and tense.”

From Wine Spectator, this Chardonnay received another 92 points, described as “precise and polished, with keenly structured lemon, crisp apple and savory spice flavors.” They recommend consuming it now, noting that only 299 cases were made.

Finally, Jeb Dunnuck awarded the highest score of 94 points. He praised its “lemon custard, white flowers, and vanilla” aromas, adding that the palate “feels more complete, with rounded fruit up front, but still an energetic core of acidity.” Dunnuck highlighted its “ripe with fresh green melon and saline minerality” and suggested a drinking window from 2022 to 2034.

Overall, the 2017 Lavinea Elton Vineyard Chardonnay is lauded for its complexity, balance, and aging potential, making it a noteworthy choice for Chardonnay enthusiasts.