"Odedi"

9.2

Domaine Serene Triple Crown Vineyard Chardonnay 2022, Dundee Hills, Oregon

Yellow in color with a golden hue.

Strong nose with citrus fruits, oak, spices, sea salt and minerals.

Medium plus in body with medium plus acidity.

Dry on the palate with limes, green apples, grapefruits, herbs, earth and spices.

Nice finish with limes and light almonds.

This is a delicious Single Vineyard Chardonnay from Dundee Hills in Oregon. Rich and elegant, and not overly fruity on the palate.

Feels young, and needs a few years in the bottle to mature properly. Would be nice to revisit it in 3 to 5 years. Will continue to age nicely in the next 10 years.

A great sipping wine that will also pair nicely with food.

100% Chardonnay grapes were aged on the lees in (40% new) French oak barrels for 16 months.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$85. — 5 days ago

Raun Kupiec

8.9

Bright, fruity nose. Almost citrusy. Nice bright grainy notes on the palate. — 8 months ago

Raun Kupiec

9.2

2023 Whisky Advent Calendar, Day 7: Kavalan Single Malt Triple Sherry Cask. Didn’t save my notes correctly due to a wifi glitch. Only the rating number was saved and I just noticed three days later. But I do remember I thought this was very complex and quite interesting. — 2 years ago

Paula Strebig

9.3

Raspberry, red fruit on the nose. Cherry on the fore palate, followed by hints of candied plums and a long, smooth finish of soft tannins & oak. (French onion soup, Bacon wrapped fillet mignon, sautéed zucchini and mushrooms, triple berry crisp), — 3 years ago

with Tim

B Williams

9.3

I am not a bourbon/whiskey drinker but I thought this was very good. My husband is a bourbon/whiskey drinker and he loved it. — a month ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.3

Sonoma-Loeb “Dutton Ranch” Pinot Noir 2021
Sonoma Coast, California – USA 🇺🇸

Overview
Crafted by Phillip Corallo-Titus, who has been the guiding hand at Sonoma-Loeb since 1990, this 100% Pinot Noir captures Burgundian elegance while showcasing Sonoma’s coastal vibrancy. The Dutton Ranch site is a prized cool-climate vineyard, where fog and breezes create the perfect conditions for balance and finesse.

Aromas & Flavors
Ripe cherry, raspberry, and red currant lead the bouquet, layered with spice notes of anise, clove, and baking spice. A gentle touch of toasty oak and vanilla rounds out the fruit, adding warmth and texture without overwhelming.

Mouthfeel
Silky, polished, and seamless on the palate. Soft tannins and graceful structure allow the fruit to shine, striking an elegant balance between restraint and vibrancy.

Winemaking Notes
The 2021 vintage reflects Corallo-Titus’s vision: careful vineyard sourcing, traditional fermentation, and judicious oak use that enhances complexity without excess.

Food Pairing
Perfect alongside roast duck, mushroom risotto, cedar-plank salmon, or simply with a cheese board of triple-cream Brie and charcuterie.

Verdict
A thoughtful and layered Pinot Noir that proves Sonoma can deliver not just power, but grace and finesse. A bottle worth cellaring or savoring at the table—✨pure craftsmanship in a glass.
— 5 months ago

Ely Cohn

9.0

Ambitious vault and sticks the landing. A cheap GSM going for it. Big alcohol, rich fruits, simmered concentration. Jammy, new oak, meaty sharpy sweet core. — 3 years ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Flowers Russian River Valley Chardonnay V.2023
Sonoma, California, USA 🌊🍇

Overview
An estate-driven Chardonnay crafted from 100% Chardonnay grapes, sourced from Flowers’ organically farmed Healdsburg Estate and partner vineyards across the Russian River Valley AVA. Fermented with 100% native yeast and aged in 100% French oak (30% new), including full malolactic fermentation, this bottling captures both the bright energy and the rich texture for which the winery is known.

Aromas & Flavors
Nose: lifted aromas of white orchard blossoms, stone fruit, and candied Gravenstein apple, evoking the orchards scattered across Russian River Valley.
Palate: a fresh burst of kumquat, nectarine, and citrus zest, layered with shortbread, toasted spice, and a savory edge, bringing both brightness and depth.

Mouthfeel
Medium to full-bodied, with a concentrated, mouth-coating texture, yet balanced by crisp acidity. The finish is long and mineral-driven, showcasing both precision and richness.

Winemaking & Style
100% barrel-fermented, with native malolactic fermentation for creaminess, balanced by careful oak integration. This creates a wine that is crisp at its core, yet enveloped in richness — a hallmark of Flowers’ coastal-influenced winemaking.

Food Pairing
Pairs beautifully with grilled scallops, lobster rolls, roast chicken with herbs, or creamy pasta dishes. Also shines with triple-cream cheeses or fresh Dungeness crab.

Verdict
A dynamic, elegant Chardonnay that balances coastal freshness with Russian River opulence. Structured, textural, and expressive — a bottle that will please Burgundy lovers and California Chardonnay fans alike.
— 3 months ago

"Odedi"

9.1

Ruby in color with a wide reddish rim and medium intensity.

Lots of fresh red fruits on the nose with tobacco leaf, herbs, light oak, wild flowers, vegetables, light barnyard, mushrooms, spices and light earth.

Medium bodied with medium acidity and long legs.

Dry on the palate with red plums, fresh picked cherries, strawberries, spices, light wood, herbs, green tea, black pepper, earth and light dark chocolates.

Elegant finish with fine grained tannins and tangy raspberries.

This is a very tasty Pinot Noir from Williamette Valley. Nicely balanced with nice complexity, albeit still very young.

This Single Vineyard Pinot Noir is a good quality wine. Easy drinking and made in Burgundian style.

Good right out of the bottle, and better with some air time. The nose becomes more flowery after 45 minutes of airtime.

Will continue to age nicely in the next 8 years. Would be nice to revisit it in 5 years.

Good by itself as a sipping wine or with food. Paired very nicely with the triple cream Brie cheese with wild mushrooms.

100% Pinot Noir grapes were aged for 10 months in (35% new) French Oak barrels.

13.4% alcohol by volume.

91 points

$60. — a year ago

Peter van den Besselaar

9.3

NV Very pure Chenin Blanc that sings in the glass! Fermentation in oak barrels. Nice acidity. Hints of pear and apricot. Velvet label. Love this Loire bubbly, paired with fried tomatoes and scrambled eggs. Sunday breakfast. — 3 years ago