I don’t appreciate buttery and oaky Chardonnay. This excellent Chardonnay has reduced the traditional characters and highlights
notes of honeysuckle,apple and Meyer lemon. Flavors of sickle pear, citrus and a dash of salt. A subtle blend of mineral and acidity. Excellent pairing with Thanksgiving. — 4 years ago
2014 Clone 13 - This one is ready, probably still on the upswing for 3-5 more years. Pronounced acidity, starting to feel Burgundian. — 4 years ago
Ben Davis’ house in Phoenix — 2 years ago
Good character but not inspiring. Unidimensional. — 3 years ago
2016 Bacchus - Multi-clonal blend, more exuberant on the nose, classic Pinot aroma. More polished on the palate - ready to go. — 4 years ago
Opened 4 hrs prior. Reminiscent of a J Phelps 85 insignia — 3 years ago
Merry Christmas — 4 years ago
Very nice Santa Cruz Zin. — 4 years ago
Seth Masterson
...3 years later...
...herbal and green notes are coming to the forefront now, backed by more dark red dried fruit. Still juicy and a little tight, a bit high on the ABV%. Come back in a year or three, should be interesting.
I just tasted a 2025 barrel tasting of this vineyard and I think it's going to surpass this '22 very quickly. — 2 months ago