Nice color & aromas still persist, but apart from the predictable butter & oak notes, the palate is altogether flat. The acidity has completely faded. These California butter bombs just aren't built to last. Thankfully, acquired at a deep discount on closeout. [14.2% abv.; $13.50].
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Hard to go wrong with an Arrowood chard.... rich on the nose, bright fruit flavors of tropical with just a touch of quince, and a medium and pleasant finish. Just a touch too much oak on the palate in our opinion, but this might have the ability to age a couple more years and round itself out.
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5/26/2010 - scottmlew wrote: 87 Points
Light and refreshing citrus with a touch of sweetness with a long finish.
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1/10/2010 - Bacchant wrote: 82 Points
Nice color & aromas still persist, but apart from the predictable butter & oak notes, the palate is altogether flat. The acidity has completely faded. These California butter bombs just aren't built to last. Thankfully, acquired at a deep discount on closeout. [14.2% abv.; $13.50].
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12/20/2009 - Snoman wrote: 89 Points
Hard to go wrong with an Arrowood chard.... rich on the nose, bright fruit flavors of tropical with just a touch of quince, and a medium and pleasant finish. Just a touch too much oak on the palate in our opinion, but this might have the ability to age a couple more years and round itself out.
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11/25/2009 - bin905 wrote: 89 Points
Fresh, apple, kiwi and vanilla scent. Well-balanced, round, citrus and fruit flavor with good acidity.
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6/3/2009 - beezer6 wrote: 80 Points
Sonoma in the City (Binny's South Loop - Chicago, IL): Austere. Little fruit. No fun. Big time Pass!
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