2014 Peter Michael Chardonnay Point Rouge

Community Tasting Notes (10) Avg Score: 95.1 points

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  2/10/2024 - RhoneWho wrote: 100 Points

  I have been following 2014 PM Point Rouge for the last 5 years. I was disappointed by the lack of magic moment when I tasted in 2019 and 2021 especially i think it's still the most expensive chardonnay (even for mailing list members). But today there is some special sparks to write home about! I'm completely flabbergasted by how well this wine has evolved and turn 180 degree and reached another dimension that I won't have thought it's possible. I guess finally this justified back in 2015 i had to beg for an allocation. Hats off to RP for calling out this wine! (but RP mis-judged its longevity ... i think it definitely can remain primary for 15+ years)
  
  In 2021, we had a side by side tasting with 2016 Morlet Coup de Coeur (see my separate notes). The Morlet was more dynamics and enjoyable than PM Point Rouge which is still in closed phase. Today it has the finest characteristics of 2016 Morlet Coup de Coeur I wrote in CT; but PM Point Rouge has pushed the envelop further out in the realm of Chave Hermitage blanc (structure) and flavor profile of Beaucastel Roussane Vieille Vignes, beyond Burgundy Grand Cru.
  
  The aromatics is perfumed opulent and has a decadent style that recent SQN blanc tried to make (however SQN-family blanc wines are still incoherent across 3 dimensions). This sexy bouquet is so uplifting without even having to swirl the wine glass. The aroma profile is complex and has layers of notes (lemongrass, cedar, butterscotch) with well integrated oak. Wow! Darn! Great fireworks for lunar new year :)
  
  The texture is uber-fine and seamless with fantastic energy (highest quality of acidity) that balance out the richness of citrus fruit (yuzu) and honeysuckle (brioche-like) flavor and unctuous mouthfeel with lingering notes of salinity (hints of fresh oyster shell) and marcona almond nuts.
  
  It is rare to find all 3 components kicking harmoniously. This wine not only has great decadent aromatics but also has great freshness with finesse texture to make the magic balancing with the wealth of citrusy fruit and honeysuckle. Gorgeous and elegant!
  
  There is no hurry to drink up this 2014 vintage as it still has a few more years before peaking as it is still full of energy and fresh. I will have another horizontal tasting once I receive the next release of 2014 Marcassin Chardonnay.
  
  Keyword: never-ending aromatics, refreshing and finesse
  Rating: 96-100; 99+

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  4/12/2022 - nynrgtrader@gmail.com Likes this wine:

  Medium Yellow
  
  Flowery nose showing fresh white peaches and lemon, talcum powder, white pepper, minerals and a slightly smokey note
  
  Full bodied palate with mouth coating honey, dirty peaches, apricot, pears, lemon, mineral and smokey here as well
  
  Maybe one of the best PM Chards I have experienced to date

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  10/6/2021 - ddamron wrote: 97 Points

  The 2014 Peter Michael "Point Rouge" Knights Valley Chardonnay was just as spectacular. Citrus notes with a distinct honey element along with some hazelnuts and buttered popcorn. Brilliant long finish. -DD97.

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  9/10/2021 - dcwino wrote: 95 Points

  Another lost Friday afternoon gathering - mostly French (Jailbreak Brewery, Laurel, MD): Expressive nose displaying ripe tropical fruit, pineapple, guava, a hint of apple, light butter scotch, sweet spices and a hint of limestone. Fully integrated rich and opulent palate, slightly oily, medium acidity and mineral and a long sweet tropical fruit driven finish with butter scotch and pineapple at the end. This has come together nicely, a classic expression of PM PR. Absolutely no need to wait.

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  1/13/2021 - nynrgtrader@gmail.com Likes this wine:

  med lemon
  Grassy nose with nutmeg, vanilla, wax, honey and lemon
  The same on the palate with butter, apricot and some textural elements as well as a little dirty, mineral streak
  Med acid
  One of the better PMs I have had in awhile

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