As noted by others, this is a big full bodied rich and flavorful cali Chardonnay. Toasted oak on the nose. Lots going on and the oak is front and center but well integrated. Very flavorful and I get butterscotch on the finish. It is definitely a particular style for those who enjoy it. On its own, I enjoy, not sure what I would pair it with tho, as it is such a big wine.
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Rich and opulent; classic California styling. Lots of sweet tropical and ripe orchard fruits with dominating buttery oak, vanilla, and spice. Definitely “fat” with acidity completely buried by the ripe fruits. Weak finish. Disappointing given the pedigree. Drink now, unlikely to improve with further cellaring.
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5/16/2024 - Thebigbaby Likes this wine: 87 Points
As noted by others, this is a big full bodied rich and flavorful cali Chardonnay. Toasted oak on the nose. Lots going on and the oak is front and center but well integrated. Very flavorful and I get butterscotch on the finish. It is definitely a particular style for those who enjoy it. On its own, I enjoy, not sure what I would pair it with tho, as it is such a big wine.
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4/19/2024 - wmccone54 wrote: 88 Points
Rich and opulent; classic California styling. Lots of sweet tropical and ripe orchard fruits with dominating buttery oak, vanilla, and spice. Definitely “fat” with acidity completely buried by the ripe fruits. Weak finish. Disappointing given the pedigree. Drink now, unlikely to improve with further cellaring.
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2/22/2024 - 1961Vintage Likes this wine: 94 Points
Punching well above its weight class. This drinks like a wine 2x its price point. Excellent.
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12/11/2023 - cos65 Likes this wine: 90 Points
Light gold
Big styled, hot cali chard
Tons of flavor
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10/3/2023 - altajoe Does not like this wine:
Bad cork. Mold.
Hope the other 3 bottles are okay
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