Shay A

9.1

If you aren’t familiar with Brasswood, you should change that. A truly state of the art custom crush facility in St Helena (has housed clients like Bevan Cellars, Moone Tsai, Montagu, Modus Operandi, Dark Matter, etc), with tasting rooms, caves, a shop, bakery and a fantastic restaurant. On top of all that, they have their own label, which Angelina Mondavi consults on.

This is my first time trying their Chardonnay offering, courtesy of Brasswood’s Somm @Joshua Fisher . I was fortunate to follow this over the course of a few days. Day one had this showing very primary...down the middle type chard. Day two saw this increase in complexity...certainly true to Napa chard with a warm and soft profile, revealing lanolin, lemon cream, and even a cotton candy note on the nose. The palate has added notes of ripe melon, banana, and powdered sugar. Viscous but a line of acidity keeps this nervy. Thanks Josh. — 3 days ago

Martin Sher

8.9

Went dry there for a few weeks. Back with a pair from Stags Leap. Quaffable Chard here - struck me as well balanced. — 5 days ago

David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.3

Previous notes apply. Rock solid on its own and with soft white cheeses. One of the best CA Chardonnay’s & values.

Come on 9ers. Cheers! 🍾🥂 — 14 days ago

Shay A

9.3

Monthly WTF wine group tasting. This month’s theme was chardonnay from any region or vintage. Nice eclectic bunch!

I am aware of the relationship between Odette and Plumpjack, and while I don’t know the differences in their reserve Chardonnay winemaking, this Odette is (for my taste) incredibly superior to the Plumpjack version. Modern Cali chard with a touch of restraint (I think there is some stainless used here). Aromatically it shows ripe stone fruits, melon and clove, while the palate is quite viscous with melon, lemon cream, Powdered lemon bar, and lemon oil. Lots to like here. Thanks @Jidhin R . — 4 days ago

with Jidhin, Jason and 5 others

Sipping Fine Wine

9.0

Clear medium lemon color. Aromas of stone and citrus fruits with gentle spice notes. The palate shows apple, Orange and lemon flavors layered with a mineral earthy nutty undertone. Very lively acid shows up on the finish, about medium, with a surprisingly smooth ending. Very nice!! — 9 days ago

Jeremy Shanker

Sommelier at RN74

9.1

The perfect balance between old school and new school styles. — 4 days ago

Dion Ysus

9.0

Interesting and not a typical California oak bomb Chardonnay. Limestone salinity with green apple and pear. Crisp and refreshing. Would be great in the summer. — 2 days ago

Shay A

9.3

Monthly WTF wine group tasting. This month’s theme was chardonnay from any region or vintage. Nice eclectic bunch!

Another solid, classic Cali chard. These chards have always been consistent in profile and while JKongsgaard hasn’t been making the wines for quite a while, a lot of his style remains. Unfiltered and rich profile, but also soft, showing cotton candy, orange peel, juicy fruit, and a lemon cream type note. This is Hudson-like, with a little more restraint. Thanks @Bill Makens . — 4 days ago

with Jidhin, Jason and 5 others

Shay A

9.2

Monthly WTF wine group tasting. This month’s theme was chardonnay from any region or vintage. Nice eclectic bunch! All wines tasted blind.


Lots of concentrated fruit here...orange marmalade, poached pears and Meyer lemon on the nose. Rich without being flabby. Just a touch of acidity. It smelled more old world but drank so warm, and I called it at least 14.5ABV which took me back to Cali. Because of the above, it took me to more Napa vs Sonoma. Very enjoyable now. Thanks @Benjamin Keator . — 4 days ago

with Michael, Benjamin and 5 others

Eric S

9.5

Great balance. Lemons, curd, and toasted Carmel. Awesome! — a day ago