Hartford Court
Far Coast Vineyard Chardonnay
Sonoma Coast, Sonoma County, California, USA
Another cellar experiment of ours. This is showing very well at this stage in its evolution. A hazelnut, nutmeg, brine-like nose gives way to a medium bodied, full-throttle palate. Dense and opulent, this is fruit-forward with pineapples and nectarines. Excellent now, and will stay this way for at least another 3 years, easily.
I was discussing with my wife how I’ve decided to return to my moderate wine roots. I’ve grown weary of spending a “kings ransom” on bottles, and for what exactly?
Ultra expensive wines are becoming like fritterware software, which draws in people like us, with a very disproportionately low gain in tasting experience, relative to cost. This cost me $25 a few years back, and I’ve now decided to drink more frugally. Yes, I have a few “trophy” bottles to get thru, but I’m not wasting any more of my hard-earned on penis extensions.
What are your views in this space (and I don’t mean views on PE’s).
Another cellar experiment of ours. This is showing very well at this stage in its evolution. A hazelnut, nutmeg, brine-like nose gives way to a medium bodied, full-throttle palate. Dense and opulent, this is fruit-forward with pineapples and nectarines. Excellent now, and will stay this way for at least another 3 years, easily.
I was discussing with my wife how I’ve decided to return to my moderate wine roots. I’ve grown weary of spending a “kings ransom” on bottles, and for what exactly?
Ultra expensive wines are becoming like fritterware software, which draws in people like us, with a very disproportionately low gain in tasting experience, relative to cost. This cost me $25 a few years back, and I’ve now decided to drink more frugally. Yes, I have a few “trophy” bottles to get thru, but I’m not wasting any more of my hard-earned on penis extensions.
What are your views in this space (and I don’t mean views on PE’s).
It explodes from the glass with gregarious allspice and nutmeg notions over a core of warm peaches, guava, and pear tart with suggestions of gingerbread and toast. Medium-bodied, the palate is much more elegant and restrained than the nose suggests, delivering seriously minerally notes and loads of freshness, finishing long and chalky.
It explodes from the glass with gregarious allspice and nutmeg notions over a core of warm peaches, guava, and pear tart with suggestions of gingerbread and toast. Medium-bodied, the palate is much more elegant and restrained than the nose suggests, delivering seriously minerally notes and loads of freshness, finishing long and chalky.
Feb 5th, 2021
This wine continues to improve each time I open a bottle and unfurls in the glass. Has profound concentration and finesse-explosive toasted oak rich and full bodied yet the fruit is overt. Hazelnut, honey and a chunk of minerals. Pear and cream notes on the backside. Wonderful wine, reminds me of a great Premiere Cru of Burgundy.
This wine continues to improve each time I open a bottle and unfurls in the glass. Has profound concentration and finesse-explosive toasted oak rich and full bodied yet the fruit is overt. Hazelnut, honey and a chunk of minerals. Pear and cream notes on the backside. Wonderful wine, reminds me of a great Premiere Cru of Burgundy.
Feb 11th, 2019
WNH event number 3...new world Pinot. Such a treat to experience the many different variations of Pinot!
The second of two white wines to get us started from @Shawn R . After seeing the scores that this has received I’ve been curious to try...for the price, I’m impressed. Lemon tart, stone fruit and mango on the nose with a rich palate...not quite reductive...poached pear honeyed cashews.
WNH event number 3...new world Pinot. Such a treat to experience the many different variations of Pinot!
The second of two white wines to get us started from @Shawn R . After seeing the scores that this has received I’ve been curious to try...for the price, I’m impressed. Lemon tart, stone fruit and mango on the nose with a rich palate...not quite reductive...poached pear honeyed cashews.
Not sure it lives up to the 100 points giving, but it certainly delivers. Really well balanced with just enough acid to give it nice body. Drink now.
Not sure it lives up to the 100 points giving, but it certainly delivers. Really well balanced with just enough acid to give it nice body. Drink now.
Sep 22nd, 2018The DL reference point for whites is @David L, so I’m very interested to hear his thoughts on this excellent example.
I compared it to the Aubert UV-SL (2014) that David brought to the mini WNH pizza gathering - which was spellbinding. From memory, I rated that 97. This is no UV-SL, but it gets damn close. It’s truly stunning with a nose of almonds, brioche and marzipan. The mouthfeel is dense, and exudes a near oily viscosity. Notes on the palate are consistent with the nose, although wifey detects ripe peaches. The oak is in the background and supports the components extremely well. Finishes with balance, grace and sweetness. For $65, this is a “fill yer boots” opportunity..
The DL reference point for whites is @David L, so I’m very interested to hear his thoughts on this excellent example.
I compared it to the Aubert UV-SL (2014) that David brought to the mini WNH pizza gathering - which was spellbinding. From memory, I rated that 97. This is no UV-SL, but it gets damn close. It’s truly stunning with a nose of almonds, brioche and marzipan. The mouthfeel is dense, and exudes a near oily viscosity. Notes on the palate are consistent with the nose, although wifey detects ripe peaches. The oak is in the background and supports the components extremely well. Finishes with balance, grace and sweetness. For $65, this is a “fill yer boots” opportunity..
15’ Hartford Far Coast Chardonnay. Medium -bodied. Tangerine, pear, mango. A tropical slice of heaven. Just a touch of honey, light oak/acidity. Beautifully balanced. Drink them up in the next few years. Edit- There is no need to wait… Drink them if you have them. They will not get any better! Jeb & Parker 💯 points.
15’ Hartford Far Coast Chardonnay. Medium -bodied. Tangerine, pear, mango. A tropical slice of heaven. Just a touch of honey, light oak/acidity. Beautifully balanced. Drink them up in the next few years. Edit- There is no need to wait… Drink them if you have them. They will not get any better! Jeb & Parker 💯 points.
1 person found it helpfulMar 29th, 2019
Finally grabbed my case sitting at FedEx, definitely worth the $55-$60.00
Jebs latest 💯 pinter, worth breaking the diet
Other postings of the 2015 Far Coast are mis identified, not Far Coast
Finally grabbed my case sitting at FedEx, definitely worth the $55-$60.00
Jebs latest 💯 pinter, worth breaking the diet
Other postings of the 2015 Far Coast are mis identified, not Far Coast
Opulent. Gauva, pineapple, nectarine, honeydew, and mango. Delicious.
Opulent. Gauva, pineapple, nectarine, honeydew, and mango. Delicious.
Jul 5th, 2020
If you can find it, buy it. Absolutely incredible.
If you can find it, buy it. Absolutely incredible.
Apr 4th, 2020