Definitely a butter and oak style, but this is mountain fruit, which adds a depth of character and body that sets this apart. Long, toasty finish that penetrates, providing the right backdrop to the tropical fruit.
Definitely a butter and oak style, but this is mountain fruit, which adds a depth of character and body that sets this apart. Long, toasty finish that penetrates, providing the right backdrop to the tropical fruit.
May 15th, 2016Superb aromatics. Pronounced lemon meringue, almond, buttered toast, and cannabis (might be my neighbors), along with a tropical fruit salad nuance. Intense and palate coating in the mouth. Almost syrup, but not quite. Lengthy finish with plenty of structure should allow this to age for another few years. This is serious Cali Chardonnay.
Superb aromatics. Pronounced lemon meringue, almond, buttered toast, and cannabis (might be my neighbors), along with a tropical fruit salad nuance. Intense and palate coating in the mouth. Almost syrup, but not quite. Lengthy finish with plenty of structure should allow this to age for another few years. This is serious Cali Chardonnay.
May 13th, 2016
14.8% Alc.
Holding up beautifully at age 5 (the color is like if it was made yesterday!) and in no immediate danger of falling off the cliff.
Not really my preferred style of Chard but I can see it having fans in the "big and bold" camp.
14.8% Alc.
Holding up beautifully at age 5 (the color is like if it was made yesterday!) and in no immediate danger of falling off the cliff.
Not really my preferred style of Chard but I can see it having fans in the "big and bold" camp.
Oct 19th, 2015
Massive and impressive in many ways, but after a glass, you're looking elsewhere. Broad-shouldered and deep, with toasty oak and interesting minerality and lovely, tropical fruit additions, it finishes plump as the alcohol is too high and its Elevage too lofty. Serious stuff, though, and fans of the style will love it.
Massive and impressive in many ways, but after a glass, you're looking elsewhere. Broad-shouldered and deep, with toasty oak and interesting minerality and lovely, tropical fruit additions, it finishes plump as the alcohol is too high and its Elevage too lofty. Serious stuff, though, and fans of the style will love it.
Apr 10th, 2015
Different clone different vineyard stites
Different clone different vineyard stites
Apr 24th, 2014Oaky and very fruity, powerful Chardonnay expression, very pure and mineral laced, long finish.
Oaky and very fruity, powerful Chardonnay expression, very pure and mineral laced, long finish.
Oct 15th, 2013
V10. Nice toasty bouquet. Bold Apple & pear fruit, with a round buttery and cream finish. Well done!
V10. Nice toasty bouquet. Bold Apple & pear fruit, with a round buttery and cream finish. Well done!
Oct 19th, 2015
Chuck had this 9 years ago
Chuck had this 9 years ago
Mar 23rd, 2016
Nick had this 9 years ago
Nick had this 9 years ago
Sep 10th, 2015
Susie had this 8 years ago
Susie had this 8 years ago
Dec 12th, 2016
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
