Smoke and violet over cedar and red currant. Earthier than some vintages I’ve had. — a month ago
Stunning. Caramel, brioche, honey — 2 months ago
Oak, black cherry, leather, and lavender. Rich and smoky. — 24 days ago
Crafted by Joseph J. Wagner, 4th generation winemaker, with winemaking roots in the Napa Valley since 1906. Deep Ruby with red berry fruit aromas, tea and sweet spice notes. On the palate flavors of jammy blackberry and cherry with pronounced sweet vanilla oak, cacao and pepper spice notes. Soft tannins and bright acidity, well balanced, with mineral tones on a long finish ending with toasty spice! Nice! — a month ago
Great combo! Smooth, but lively. Fruit forward with some earthiness on the back end — a month ago
Light and smooth finish. Hint of sweet fruit flavor. Loved it! — 2 months ago
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The 2022 Chardonnay Belle Côte emerges from vines planted by Helen Turley the early 1990s, the oldest vines on the property. It marries power and elegance in grand style. Deep mineral notes give the 2022 notable presence and intensity to pull it all together. This was the last fruit the estate picked, as is often the case. Belle Côte is another strong 2022 from Peter Michael. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, July 2024)
— 4 days ago