Sonoma Coast Chardonnay

Exquisite balance with incredibly well-integrated oak in the background and lemon, yellow apple, flint, wet stone, peach and guava in the foreground. Beginning to show some development of bottle age with candied lemon and dried apple. Terrific balance of acidity with abundant fruit and exceptional length on the palate. A great success.

We are on the allocation list, but frankly, we are thrilled with the appellation blend, and for the most part steer clear of dropping a kings ransom on the single vineyard bottlings..
Yes, it’s not as nuanced and detailed as the premier bottlings, but in our minds, gets the job done. Honied nose is chased by brioche and deftly balanced sweetness on the mid-palate. Medium acidity suggests that this has runway for several years more.

Wifey had this at 93, and I concur.

Sunday Tasting - The most impressive appellation Aubert chard we’ve tasted. It’s vibrant, yet lucious. Sherbet like notes combine with pristine acidity. A very light touch with the wood treatment makes this a truly great example

We so much love the appellation blend from Aubert. Will see if more are available.
Anybody want to challenge us online at SSX 3, bring it!

Tropical fruit and loads of citrus. Was served a bit too cold and needed to warm up to release the nose. A bit of pith at the end and nice acids, a well made wine.

Loving this stuff. Prior notes apply - Domodomo NYC.

Light straw color. Notes of citrus, some honey, lots of oak. Rich and heavy in the mouth. A bit of heat on the finish, high in alcohol.

Dinner party with friends, notes possibly.

Let’s call this the “come back” from Aubert. This being their regional bottling, it’s strong. Focused and precise with white flowers and hazelnuts on the nose. Honey and apricots on the palate, that left us in raptures. I know that Aubert and value could be considered a non sequitur, but here it works. I just purchased a load of this from the 17 vintage, and I’m thrilled after tasting this.