Roberto Carli

9.2

It leads with black olives, then a touch of brett but pleasant, purple flowers, and a good amount of stony minerality. Very quintessential Syrah. A little bit of bacon fat and smoke. On the palate the body is light. Tannins are moderate and fine and it brightens up the profile with good acidity even though the finish is not very long. It's very clear what they're trying to do and they're achieving it here. — 3 months ago

Eric T

9.4

Light body, good acidity, well balanced and good with meal. — 5 months ago

"Odedi"

9.2

This is a delicious Chardonnay from California.

Deep golden in color.

Fruity on the nose and medium plus in body with medium acidity.

Dry on the palate with nice complexity and a soft mouthfeel.

Showing lemons, apples, limes, grapefruits, spices, light oak and minerals.

Long finish with limes.

This Single Vineyard Chardonnay is still young and will continue to age nicely in the next 5 to 7 years.

Aged on its lees in French Oak barrels for 14 months.

13.5% alcohol by volume.

92 points.

$75. — 10 months ago

Matthew Steilen

9.0

Fascinating. A lot of melon and earth. — 4 years ago

K L

9.2

Drinks like an interesting cab. Would get this again if had the opportunity to buy a library version. — 4 years ago

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K L

9.2

Always a good blend — better when aged more but definitely fine with the aerator. Deep and earthy, some cherry but not overpowering — 5 years ago

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K L

9.2

Lovely and aging well. Very smooth and bright with cherry notes but not overly so. Earthly and interesting but still light. — 6 years ago

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Ming L

9.3

The winery is known for its Petite Sirah, and this bottling from the home estate in Calistoga shows why.

Aromas of blueberry, plum, violet, dark chocolate, black pepper and subtle fresh herbs. Rich and powerful palate, yet surprisingly lifted, with fresh acidity and firm but polished tannins. Finish is long, savory and gently candied.

Will benefit from further bottle aging and drink beautifully for the next 8-10 years. — 3 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Muirwood – Chardonnay 2023
Arroyo Seco, Monterey – Central Coast, California 🇺🇸

Overview
Made from 100% Chardonnay, sourced from certified sustainable vineyards in Arroyo Seco, Monterey. This sub-region of the Central Coast is known for its cool winds and gravelly soils, providing ideal conditions for crisp, balanced Chardonnay.

Aromas & Flavors
Fresh tropical fruit (pineapple, mango, melon) with notes of citrus zest and green apple. Subtle floral lift, with just a faint hint of oak spice in the background.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, crisp, and fruit-driven. No heavy butter or overpowering oak — instead, clean acidity and bright fruit define the palate. Smooth and refreshing finish.

Food Pairings
Great with grilled shrimp, sushi rolls, roast chicken, or summer salads. Perfect as an aperitif or paired with lighter fare.

Verdict
A balanced, refreshing Central Coast Chardonnay — tropical and crisp, sustainable, and delightfully easy to drink. Not a “buttery bomb,” but a modern, clean style that shines with food. 🌿🍍cheers!

Did You Know?
Arroyo Seco (meaning “dry creek”) is one of California’s coolest AVAs, where maritime breezes from Monterey Bay help Chardonnay ripen slowly, preserving acidity and freshness. — 9 months ago

Melissa Hunyadi

9.6

I’m getting citrus and fruity notes from this one. I am surprised I like this. It has a light body and is easy to drink. Yay — 2 years ago

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Victor Hsu

9.2

Wonderfully perfumed and rich eight year-old Central Coast Pinot Noir, with fruit, acid, tannins and earth in harmonious balance. Got better as the night went on, and the leftover half bottle the next day was great—soft and approachable yet complex and delicious interesting. Rather Old World, I would say. Enjoyed the 2014 vintage with Livarot cheese and an artisanal country loaf. Magnifique! — 4 years ago

Gregg Siegal

9.1

Lovely mouth feel, nice finish and acidity, easy drinking — 4 years ago

K L

8.9

Cherry forward. Needs to age longer — 5 years ago

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Jason Keefer

9.1

Smells like an Oregon pinot! Had a lot of minerality, almost a little graphite-y, with a slight tartness. Great! — 3 months ago

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Amanda Drazka

8.9

This California Chardonnay offers warm notes of butter with green apple and vanilla. It is full bodied with a long smooth finish. — 5 months ago

Kath Rt

9.0

i am not into chardonnay…but i like this one….
smoky/oaky-citrusy/tangy…. light feeling :) nice balanced… — 10 months ago

K L

9.0

Still very young but a good price point. Some fruit but dryer. — 4 years ago

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K L

9.2

Aged definitely pays! Cherry still but mellowed with earthy notes and strong tannins still. Would likely be even better with a few more years in the bottle. Nice surprise from the library mystery case. — 4 years ago

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Karyn Fricke

8.9

Light Oak, good acidity, cream with pear. Better colder. — 4 years ago

K L

9.1

Good and very cherry but not as much as some other younger wines. Not sure if I like this more than the other higher end petite sirahs of theirs. — 6 years ago

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