Just when you think you have it all figured out.... I bought a case of this wine several years ago for an insane price ($6). The first few bottles made me think that this was indeed the deal of the century--great fruit, just enough oak and malo, great acidity on the finish. The last few bottles of this, however, were less than stellar--not bad by any means, but a definite drop-off. This bottle, though, was a return to the initial impression--wonderfully balanced and a great representation of what a relatively inexpensive Cali Chard can be....
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This wine seems to have reached the end of the line. We bought a case of this a little while ago for next to nothing and the first few bottles were quite good. With this bottle, the balance seems to be fading a bit and a tartness has appeared. While certainly not bad, I will be getting to the last bottle very soon.
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1/4/2013 - The Drunken Cyclist wrote: 91 Points
Just when you think you have it all figured out.... I bought a case of this wine several years ago for an insane price ($6). The first few bottles made me think that this was indeed the deal of the century--great fruit, just enough oak and malo, great acidity on the finish. The last few bottles of this, however, were less than stellar--not bad by any means, but a definite drop-off. This bottle, though, was a return to the initial impression--wonderfully balanced and a great representation of what a relatively inexpensive Cali Chard can be....
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12/2/2012 - The Drunken Cyclist wrote: 86 Points
This wine seems to have reached the end of the line. We bought a case of this a little while ago for next to nothing and the first few bottles were quite good. With this bottle, the balance seems to be fading a bit and a tartness has appeared. While certainly not bad, I will be getting to the last bottle very soon.
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4/18/2011 - AGenochio wrote: 87 Points
still better than any other $5 chard out there
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2/14/2011 - AGenochio wrote: 87 Points
A really great bottle for the price. Melon on the nose. Buttery taste very little oak. Glad I bought a case. A steal for $60/case!!!
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