Community Tasting Notes 11

• Ben Christiansen wrote:

  June 18, 2011 - I don't know why you appeared on my window sill this morning yet here you are. Obviously the second day open and slightly warm to boot. Going strong, feelin' good.

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• nzinkgraf wrote:

  May 13, 2011 - Creamy oak and a soft grain note across the palate. Seeming very much like a frame for oak expession. I want my minerality. Loads of spice on the finish. Where does this diverge from domestic chadonnay. Almost a black licorice appeal on the back side, while firmly planted in the 'corn' flavor profile. Ginger spice on the palate. Starting to shed a lot of the oak in favor of a bit more mineral nuance with some brine. Getting a leg up on apple towards pear fruits.

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• cartime wrote: 91 points

  April 9, 2011 - Floral, stone fruit, ripe apple, iodine, and toasted hazelnut nose. Rich palate of peach, pear, hibiscus, and spicy oak. Definitely a richer, oakier style of Pinot Blanc but it retains some nice acidity. Very complex and balanced. Improved with an hour or so of air. I think with 1 or 2 years in the bottle, the oak will integrate further and this'll be a fantastic wine for pairing with richer chicken or pork dishes.

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• Ben Christiansen wrote:

  November 10, 2010 - I had completely forgotten how outstanding this is. Pinot Blanc character but more walnut and rich toast and barrell showing off -- but in the best, textural way. I am not sure what the alcohol on this vintage is but I think I prefer the lower vintages. Will have to drink again.

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• peternelson wrote: 90 points

  October 17, 2010 - What a great Pinot Blanc--this must be the best version in California: soft subtle melon fruit, rich with a touch of wax in the mouth; soft sweet fruit in the finish with a slight earthy aspect; Fantastic, subtle, under-stated wine with some floral notes as well. This grows on you, revealing more as it opens up. It's easy to like, but it's not a simple fruit bore--it's complex and full of character.

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• Vintage 2007
• Type White
• Producer Graff Family Vineyards
• Varietal Pinot Blanc
• Designation n/a
• Vineyard n/a
• Country USA
• Region California
• SubRegion Central Coast
• Appellation Chalone

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• Consumed 13 (81%)

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