A little Sunday afternoon pre-dinner, pre-Happy Hour wine. I thought I had gone through all of these, but found one more bottle while I was looking for something else. Glad I decided to open this, as it’s in a lovely spot. There’s still ample fruit, and the mid-palate has filled out, making a more substantial impression than it did a few years ago. While it’s more developed as a seven year old wine, the basic form and structure, even to a degree the flavors, reminds me a lot of a Patricia Green Durant Chardonnay I had last week. I liked that one, and I like this one. I see no reason to rush through any bottles folks might have on hand.
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Holding up well (relative to many CA chardonnays) medium bodied, no significant color change, just the slightest hint of oxidative notes/butterscotch flavors, but not so great as to be off-putting to those of us averse to them
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Very nice. I find myself gravitating more and more towards Ladd’s offerings, as the winemaker expands his portfolio with great results. As an example, this is only Ladd’s second Chardonnay, and it’s hitting all the notes with clarity and balance. Bright, clean and refreshing, it carries nice acidity, pleasing mid-palate ripeness, and lasting finish, beyond other chards I’ve had recently. I had forgotten I had this—stumbling across it in a search for a white to go with a poultry meal. I’m very happy I did, and I only hope there is still some available so I can put some away—it’s a keeper.
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Nose veers into the perfumed showing orange blossoms and lemon oil. The richness of the palate is just right. It gives you California generosity without wallowing about. Balanced combo of citrus and tropical fruits. Terrific complexity and expression. Super tasty. An unsung hero of CA Chard. Very good.
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Immediately impressive on opening, this shows a wide range of fruit tones, ranging from citrus to tropical. On the palate is shows a similarly wide range, with the riper fruit elements conveying breadth, while the more focused, acid-driven citrus aspects provide focus and structure.
It was a very interesting study in contrasts, and one that took some intellectual unpacking, especially since the wine was so much fun to drink that I didn't get around to figuring out what was going on until half way through the bottle. Fascinating and delicious stuff from Ladd Cellars.
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Bright yellow color, with pure and focused aromas of lemon, lime, and a light herb note. The palate exhibits intensity and concentration, without weight, offering a mix of fresh lemon, green apple, and mineral flavors that are lively, vibrant, and crisp, easing into a lengthy aftertaste that keeps the flavors at the forefront. Delicious.
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Light straw color, Get some caramel and sea shells on the nose. Good fruit, acidity and minerality. Some toasted oak and nice acidic lingering finish. Its good now but, I think another 3-5 before its really in its prime.
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4/8/2024 - jc11 wrote:
No record of receipt but not in inventory, so probably lost somewhere. clearing from pending.
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12/19/2021 - Rieslingfan wrote:
A little Sunday afternoon pre-dinner, pre-Happy Hour wine. I thought I had gone through all of these, but found one more bottle while I was looking for something else. Glad I decided to open this, as it’s in a lovely spot. There’s still ample fruit, and the mid-palate has filled out, making a more substantial impression than it did a few years ago. While it’s more developed as a seven year old wine, the basic form and structure, even to a degree the flavors, reminds me a lot of a Patricia Green Durant Chardonnay I had last week. I liked that one, and I like this one. I see no reason to rush through any bottles folks might have on hand.
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11/28/2021 - thalver wrote:
Holding up well (relative to many CA chardonnays) medium bodied, no significant color change, just the slightest hint of oxidative notes/butterscotch flavors, but not so great as to be off-putting to those of us averse to them
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10/17/2020 - MarkH wrote: 93 Points
Very nice. I find myself gravitating more and more towards Ladd’s offerings, as the winemaker expands his portfolio with great results. As an example, this is only Ladd’s second Chardonnay, and it’s hitting all the notes with clarity and balance. Bright, clean and refreshing, it carries nice acidity, pleasing mid-palate ripeness, and lasting finish, beyond other chards I’ve had recently. I had forgotten I had this—stumbling across it in a search for a white to go with a poultry meal. I’m very happy I did, and I only hope there is still some available so I can put some away—it’s a keeper.
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8/26/2020 - WetRock wrote:
Nose veers into the perfumed showing orange blossoms and lemon oil. The richness of the palate is just right. It gives you California generosity without wallowing about. Balanced combo of citrus and tropical fruits. Terrific complexity and expression. Super tasty. An unsung hero of CA Chard. Very good.
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5/5/2019 - Rieslingfan wrote:
Immediately impressive on opening, this shows a wide range of fruit tones, ranging from citrus to tropical. On the palate is shows a similarly wide range, with the riper fruit elements conveying breadth, while the more focused, acid-driven citrus aspects provide focus and structure.
It was a very interesting study in contrasts, and one that took some intellectual unpacking, especially since the wine was so much fun to drink that I didn't get around to figuring out what was going on until half way through the bottle. Fascinating and delicious stuff from Ladd Cellars.
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7/24/2018 - scott davis wrote: 93 Points
Bright yellow color, with pure and focused aromas of lemon, lime, and a light herb note. The palate exhibits intensity and concentration, without weight, offering a mix of fresh lemon, green apple, and mineral flavors that are lively, vibrant, and crisp, easing into a lengthy aftertaste that keeps the flavors at the forefront. Delicious.
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5/6/2018 - Seanwsmithm3 Likes this wine: 90 Points
Light straw color, Get some caramel and sea shells on the nose. Good fruit, acidity and minerality. Some toasted oak and nice acidic lingering finish. Its good now but, I think another 3-5 before its really in its prime.
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5/11/2017 - Andrew H Likes this wine: 92 Points
Light straw. Crisp, fine acidity and minerality/sea shells. Hints of sweet fruit and fig on finish.
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2/20/2017 - brigcampbell wrote:
Falltacular 2016; 2/18/2017-2/20/2017 (FMIII in the OC): Good balance and nice oak presence. Tart red and green apple. This was a favorite of Traci and Chris. Good.
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