Probably my favorite domestic SB made...just love the exotic tropical fruit, gorgeous florals, and smoky flint in these. The Reserve of this is killer..but the I Block takes it to a whole different level. From 60+ yr old vines from To Kalon, 100% Sauvignon Blanc......the wine is creamy and pure with tropical fruit, white peach...very subtle and balanced with an exotic smokiness, and ginger honey spice. Such pretty honeysuckle and white flower florals....refreshed with crisp citrus acidity and stones. A super wine to sip on...and one that has no problem aging for years and years.
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YES. Limited release from a specific parcel of vines in Mondavi Napa. Very strong taste, I was really quite impressed; had as bring-your-own to Morimoto; went beautifully with fish and tempura. One of the best meals we had in US this summer.
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I have been drinking Robert Mondavi Fume Blanc since I discovered the wonders of wine, and this could be the best ever. This special bottling is definitely a step up. Compared to this one, most of the other Fume's seem a little tired and oxidized. This one is crisp and elegant, with a creamy complexity. There is lemon and grapefruit, with some honey. The viscosity is noticeably heavier than a Sauvignon Blanc, but still has enough acid to keep things interesting. Intense and vibrant long finish that is so unique for this grape.
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4/9/2012 - Mrbuzz Likes this wine: 94 Points
Probably my favorite domestic SB made...just love the exotic tropical fruit, gorgeous florals, and smoky flint in these. The Reserve of this is killer..but the I Block takes it to a whole different level. From 60+ yr old vines from To Kalon, 100% Sauvignon Blanc......the wine is creamy and pure with tropical fruit, white peach...very subtle and balanced with an exotic smokiness, and ginger honey spice. Such pretty honeysuckle and white flower florals....refreshed with crisp citrus acidity and stones. A super wine to sip on...and one that has no problem aging for years and years.
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1/25/2012 - mukden wrote: 92 Points
YES. Limited release from a specific parcel of vines in Mondavi Napa. Very strong taste, I was really quite impressed; had as bring-your-own to Morimoto; went beautifully with fish and tempura. One of the best meals we had in US this summer.
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6/17/2011 - Mike Kopanski wrote: 88 Points
I have been drinking Robert Mondavi Fume Blanc since I discovered the wonders of wine, and this could be the best ever. This special bottling is definitely a step up. Compared to this one, most of the other Fume's seem a little tired and oxidized. This one is crisp and elegant, with a creamy complexity. There is lemon and grapefruit, with some honey. The viscosity is noticeably heavier than a Sauvignon Blanc, but still has enough acid to keep things interesting. Intense and vibrant long finish that is so unique for this grape.
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