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Rombauer Vineyards

Carneros Chardonnay 2013

No Orville Redenbacher Movie Theater to see here, folks. Caramelized apple w/ crumble topping, poached pear, sweet Meyer lemon, Creme anglaise, and dare I say a little fresh linen/mineral on the nose? Palate is creamy but with a medley of fruit, buttered, grilled pineapple, Key lime pie, and bruleed sugar. High alcohol always off-putting in these chards as is the RS, but otherwise this is actually pretty tasty and well-made for the style. Cougarin out. I'm sure all my somm friends will judge--oh well!

Addendum: okay started to get more buttery as it warmed up. Heavy on the finish.
— 9 years ago

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Christanna Honer

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Whatev. I think '13 is a more balanced vintage for Cali chard across the board! The pendulum swinging back...if Romby isn't too extreme, that's saying something.

Columbia Crest

H3 Horse Heaven Hills Cabernet Sauvignon 2011

Baking spices? Dry. Medium body. Slightly oaky? Tannic. It's ok — 11 years ago

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Simran Jaising

Columbia crest otra vez? #judging