Seth Masterson

9.2

A 4 barrel micro production - so good luck finding it but if you can you will be rewarded.
On the recommendation of Dirk the winemaker I'm trying this bottle chilled on a hot July day.
Chilling this ultra light extraction of Paso Robles Grenache subdues the nose a lot but you still get a sense of cranberry and umami but it does not even begin to hint at the explosion of flavor that is about to happen in your mouth. As it touches the front of your tongue you get the tingling sensation of that tart cranberry essence, then as it rolls back onto the pallette and warms it releases bright fresh red cherry essence and then warm woody French oak notes, super fine and lite tannins. It's just a real pleasure in every way. — 9 days ago

Alec Jeffery

9.2

Creamy and lichee notes with a little funk also sweetness, powerful yet soft tannins and really good mouth feel. Lovely fruit, lichee present but subtle, good length too. — 5 years ago

Chris McNeal

9.2

Slightly earthy, sweet and complex. Goes well with absolution and eating tempura with a fork. — 11 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.4

The Balance V.2023 is a compelling white blend of Marsanne & Roussane, from Chalone AVA, Monterey County, California Central Coast, made out of vines of Hermitage AOC clone in the Northern Rhone, France.

The enticing aromas of lychee, white flowers, lime peel with a rounded minerality hit your nose gracefully. The palate is welcomed peachy, and baked pear flavors with some degree of creaminess. It has an unforgettable long finish with some hints of toasted almonds.

An ultra limited production (6 barrels only), and 100% hand-crafted from its single-vineyard. If you lucky to find it, I vouch for it that you will love it, cheers! — a year ago

Neal Ferry

9.0

Thanks Chip Duden….very limited production… 2 barrels produced — 5 years ago

Josh Grove

9.1

The Pope of Arbois is giving us all absolution. — 10 years ago

Marita G

8.9

Very good - strong. — 4 years ago

Megan Ryan-Wright

9.8

This medium bodied, dry wine has hints of berry and vanilla. Too expensive to share so enjoy on your own! — 5 years ago

Jaz

9.0

Crunchy chenin — 7 years ago

Davis Smith

Sommelier Acquerello

9.3

I missed Michigan beer. — 13 years ago