92 points Wine Enthusiast: "A delicate, elegant style of Chardonnay, with Burgundian hints of stone and honeysuckle, apple and citrus. The flavors gather in the back of the throat and linger there, propped up with juicy acidity and buttery barrel toast. A delightful bottle and perfectly balanced for poultry or seafood." (10/10) You might think of this Oregon Chardonnay as the ideal combination of Chablis and Meursault. Ripe, healthy fruit was hand-picked into small totes, and then whole-cluster pressed. Half of the juice was fermented in French Oak barrels (20% new) to create a round, rich texture. The other half was fermented and aged in stainless steel to maintain the purest and most elegant expression of Chardonnay. After eight months, these two styles were blended to create a cuvée of a more delicate nature. The wine itself is beautiful, with a range of white flowers on the nose, a round mouthfeel, and clear lift from the acidity. Balance was the goal, and it was absolutely acheived in this lovely 2008.
Below is a listing of the wine review scores we frequently reference in our notes. While these sources remain an excellent source of information, we always recommend that you trust your own palate. Scores in these publications often represent the personal taste of an individual critic, which may not always coincide with your own. We have a huge team of excellent wine professionals that can match wines you've had in the past with new arrivals that meet your flavor profile.
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2003 Roederer Estate l'Ermitage Anderson Valley Brut $39.99
2010 Gainey Sta. Rita Hills Chardonnay $17.99
2009 Domaine Carneros Brut $19.99
2008 Iron Horse "Wedding Cuvée" Green Valley Brut $24.99
2008 Marcassin "Marcassin Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Chardonnay $349.99
