--- title: 2018 Cottage Reserve Chardonnay date: 2026-06-23T03:55:00-07:00 canonical_url: "https://jaine.co/wines/chardonnay/cottage-reserve-chardonnay/2018-cottage-reserve-chardonnay" section: Wines --- ![Cottage Reserve Chardonnay](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/bottleShots/_300x1000_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Jaine-CottageReserve-Chard-2018.png) “White peach, lemon zest, fresh nutmeg, marzipan, and caramel on the nose. Swirling adds notes of crème brûlée and a hint of sweet spice to the citrus-driven fruit. The palate offers layers of silky texture while maintaining a precise and polished feel. The finish rewards with length and weight. A joy to finally release to our fans.” \- Bryan Otis, Proprietor Sold Out VintagesInformation Vintages - [ 2019 ](https://jaine.co/wines/chardonnay/cottage-reserve-chardonnay/2019-cottage-reserve-chardonnay) - 2018 Varietal(s) 100% Chardonnay Vinification Fermented 100% in barrel and aged 24 months in barrel. Alcohol 14.2% Cases Produced 145 Vintage Notes The 2018 Jaine Cottage Reserve Chardonnay was crafted from 3 small vineyard parcels in the Columbia Valley, WA. These vineyards are fully sustainable and use organic farming methods, whenever possible. The vineyards were hand-harvested early in the mornings of August 29th – September 15th2018. Upon arriving in the winery, the vineyard lot was hand-sorted, whole cluster pressed, and fermented using a combination of native yeast in barrels and then aged in barrels over the course of 24 months. Bottling took place on September 26th, 2020 with only 145 cases being produced. --- ## Our Recommendations PreviousNext - [![Cottage Reserve Sauvignon Blanc](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/bottleShots/_300x1000_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Jaine-CottageReserve-SauvBlanc-2018_2022-08-24-181948_upft.png) ### Cottage Reserve Sauvignon Blanc](https://jaine.co/wines/sauvignon-blanc/cottage-reserve-sauvignon-blanc/2018-cottage-reserve-sauvignon-blanc) - [![Blanc de Blanc](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/bottleShots/_300x1000_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Jaine-BlancDeBlancs-2019_2022-08-24-182844_calf.png) ### Blanc de Blanc](https://jaine.co/wines/sparkling-and-ros%C3%A9-wines/blanc-de-blanc/2019-blanc-de-blanc-2) - [![Stoneridge Riesling](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/bottleShots/_300x1000_crop_center-center_82_line/OUTSHINERY-Jaine-Riesling-Stoneridge-2021_2022-08-24-182435_lnyq.png) ### Stoneridge Riesling](https://jaine.co/wines/riesling/stoneridge-riesling/2021-stoneridge-riesling) Expert Reviews & Scores ### Owen Bargreen, Vinous 92 / 100 > The 2018 Chardonnay Cottage Reserve was sourced from four separate vineyards (Stillwater, Solaksen, La Reyna Blanca and Lawrence) throughout Washington State. Aged in 100% new French oak, it delivers toasty oak tones alongside shades of buttered French bread and hazelnut. On the well-balanced palate, silky tannins line a core of pretty orchard and citrus fruits with vanilla cream. Rich and layered, this is best enjoyed at a warmer temperature. Trade Materials - [ Bottle Shot](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/wineTradeAssets/OUTSHINERY-Jaine-CottageReserve-Chard-2018.jpg) - [ Front Label](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/wineTradeAssets/2018_CR-Chard_VDP-1-1885_Front_COLA-Copy.jpg) - [ Back Label](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/wineTradeAssets/2018_CR-Chard_VDP-1-1885_Back_COLA-Copy.jpg) - [ Tech Sheet](https://mercer.sfo3.digitaloceanspaces.com/jaine/wineTradeAssets/2018-Jaine-Cottage-Chardonnay-Tech-Sheet.pdf)