Grgich Hills Estate
Domaine Drouhin
Arthur Dundee Hills Chardonnay 2023
Lots of sun drenched orchard fruit on the nose, confirmed on the palate. Ripe pear and apple, some baking spices but not overpowering. Medium plus finish. I think the balance of the fruit and acidity is off; 14.1 percent abv; if it was 13-13.5 with a slightly less ripe fruit profile and more acid it would be better. — 25 days ago
Sea Smoke
Ten Estate Vineyard Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2011
Black cherry, sage, and sandalwood aromas accompany the cherry, pomegranate, and spice palate. Medium full bodied with excellent balance. In a great spot now. — a month ago
Domaine Drouhin
RoseRock Pinot Noir 2016
Double decanted two night prior. The 2016 Rose Rock pours a pale ruby color with no staining of the tears. On the nose, effusive fresh strawberry, red flowers and mint. Medium structure. Unmistakably New World with a heavy dose of inspiration from Burgundy and while this has plenty of substance, it’s all about the fruit and super clean; almost cutesy, very demure. Balanced. Drink now but should drink well through 2031. — 8 days ago
Domaine de la Côte
Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir
Earthy with pretty aromas of delicate berries, herbs and exotic citrus fruits. Some tannins and fairly full bodied. — a month ago
Dusky Goose
Dundee Hills Pinot Noir 2007
Wow not you normal Pinot… heavy thick balanced — 6 days ago
Grgich Hills Estate
Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2020
Extremely smooth. Lighter in body and flavor than typical cab — a month ago
Sipping Fine Wine
The “King of Chardonnay” Mike Grgich farms w/o pesticides and certified organic. Aged 10 months, no MLF. Medium lemon color with aromas of stone & citrus fruits. On the palate flavors of apple, pear & lemon citrus flavors, with honeysuckle, vanilla & toasty oak notes. Nice balance with acidity on long finish with a toasty mineral ending. Not your typical CA Chard, very nice! — 11 days ago