Elegant & balanced with nice weight and ample acid. A true taste of the Sonoma Coast. Sea salt and Kalamata olive brine, with honeycomb, unripe pear, and umeboshi.
Outstanding with a seafood-focused tasting at Kong Hans Kælder in Copenhagen.
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Same as my note two years ago, except it has put on weight. Beautiful gold. Medium bodied. Acid. Exotic. Some pear, butter, popcorn, but not overpowering. Just about perfection for a domestic chardonnay.
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Chicago: wine, food, friends...cigars!; 9/17/2014-9/20/2014 (Blackbird, Les Nomades, Naha, with lunch at Shaw's Crab House): My first Littorai in some years, and, IIRC, my first ever from this vineyard. Served alongside a magnum of Peter Michaels' Point Rouge, the two had less in common than one might think, though each had just as many attributes in its favor. This was lighter, and brighter than the 2006 PM, more oily and citrusy, too, with really unique mineral and honeycomb character that tantalized the mind and palate alike. I seldom use the expression 'crunchy fruit', but it sure seems appropriate here; exciting stuff. Original, balanced, refreshing -- what's not to love? Thru 2021, highly recommended
Slow-O 1 hour, served non-blind. Many thanks to the cookies for sharing :D
phenomenal. bright citrus with floral notes framing the high-toned fruit. intense flavors that avoid feeling overly rich due to excellent minerality. the oak is present but not overwhelming. wonderful on night one, even better on night 2 (accidentally left it uncorked and it was still excellent). looking forward to seeing how this evolves.
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Nice light gold in the glass with a touch of straw-green color. The nose is very floral and shows many layers of lemons with a touch of honey. The palate is a bit compact even after 2 days open. Palate could show a bit more depth but for a 2011 from a cooler climate this is great. Nice long finish.
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5/1/2018 - kcp Likes this wine: 93 Points
At first glance, a fairly rich wine, (for West Sonoma producers, anyway) but on balance it has a subtle balance of fruit and acidity.
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10/22/2017 - R.H. Likes this wine:
Very enjoyable. A tick behind the ‘09 as this was a bit broader and less persistent.
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3/26/2016 - KL1191 Likes this wine: 94 Points
Elegant & balanced with nice weight and ample acid. A true taste of the Sonoma Coast. Sea salt and Kalamata olive brine, with honeycomb, unripe pear, and umeboshi.
Outstanding with a seafood-focused tasting at Kong Hans Kælder in Copenhagen.
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9/12/2015 - jeffreylubowski Likes this wine: 95 Points
Same as my note two years ago, except it has put on weight. Beautiful gold. Medium bodied. Acid. Exotic. Some pear, butter, popcorn, but not overpowering. Just about perfection for a domestic chardonnay.
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8/8/2015 - Bodes Likes this wine: 91 Points
Surprisingly rich for the year, especially on the second day.
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12/24/2014 - kgoldsbe Likes this wine: 93 Points
Floral fruit tree blossoms on the nose, crisp clean tart apple on the front of the tongue with subtle sweet pear on the finish. Outstanding!
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9/17/2014 - Tim Heaton Likes this wine:
Chicago: wine, food, friends...cigars!; 9/17/2014-9/20/2014 (Blackbird, Les Nomades, Naha, with lunch at Shaw's Crab House): My first Littorai in some years, and, IIRC, my first ever from this vineyard. Served alongside a magnum of Peter Michaels' Point Rouge, the two had less in common than one might think, though each had just as many attributes in its favor. This was lighter, and brighter than the 2006 PM, more oily and citrusy, too, with really unique mineral and honeycomb character that tantalized the mind and palate alike. I seldom use the expression 'crunchy fruit', but it sure seems appropriate here; exciting stuff. Original, balanced, refreshing -- what's not to love? Thru 2021, highly recommended
Slow-O 1 hour, served non-blind. Many thanks to the cookies for sharing :D
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7/3/2014 - JBD wrote: 93 Points
With B&B under the Pergola; Outstanding
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4/22/2014 - kthornton78 wrote:
phenomenal. bright citrus with floral notes framing the high-toned fruit. intense flavors that avoid feeling overly rich due to excellent minerality. the oak is present but not overwhelming. wonderful on night one, even better on night 2 (accidentally left it uncorked and it was still excellent). looking forward to seeing how this evolves.
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4/19/2014 - DaninClearwater wrote: 94 Points
great chard
citrus notes with great minerality
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3/23/2014 - fdub Likes this wine: 93 Points
Nice light gold in the glass with a touch of straw-green color. The nose is very floral and shows many layers of lemons with a touch of honey. The palate is a bit compact even after 2 days open. Palate could show a bit more depth but for a 2011 from a cooler climate this is great. Nice long finish.
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12/8/2013 - jeffreylubowski wrote: 95 Points
Amazing. Exotic. Pear. Light straw color. Light on weight currently. More chablis style than ca. Awesome.
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6/16/2013 - JBD wrote: 92 Points
Smooth and citrusy without the least hint of sour. Very long finish. With B & B at Panama Hotel.
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6/11/2013 - keelegl Likes this wine: 95 Points
Awesome Chard with a beautiful balance of citrus and stone fruits and stone/mineral notes on the finish.
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