Light, bright yellow. Meyer lemon, pear and smoky minerals on the deeply perfumed nose, along with hints of jasmine, vanilla and candied ginger that emerge with air. Silky in texture and well-concentrated, offering palate-staining citrus and orchard fruit flavors complemented by brioche, oyster shell and toasty lees nuances. The floral note repeats emphatically on the extremely long, supple finish, which is energized by a jolt of smoky minerality. Aged for 15 months in 55% new French oak. (Josh Raynolds, Vinous, September 2020)
Light, bright yellow. Meyer lemon, pear and smoky minerals on the deeply perfumed nose, along with hints of jasmine, vanilla and candied ginger that emerge with air. Silky in texture and well-concentrated, offering palate-staining citrus and orchard fruit flavors complemented by brioche, oyster shell and toasty lees nuances. The floral note repeats emphatically on the extremely long, supple finish, which is energized by a jolt of smoky minerality. Aged for 15 months in 55% new French oak. (Josh Raynolds, Vinous, September 2020)
Sep 3rd, 2020
My favorite of Chard Symposium panel. Or maybe it was Mimi's wonderful speech. Either way, this wine is gorgeous. Notes of smoke and flint. Expressive.
My favorite of Chard Symposium panel. Or maybe it was Mimi's wonderful speech. Either way, this wine is gorgeous. Notes of smoke and flint. Expressive.
Mar 15th, 2015
Wonderful apple, pineapple, hazelnut, flowers, and light toffee aromas. The palate is very full of fruit but with racy acidity and a great texture. Finish shows some citrus, pineapple, and almond.
Wonderful apple, pineapple, hazelnut, flowers, and light toffee aromas. The palate is very full of fruit but with racy acidity and a great texture. Finish shows some citrus, pineapple, and almond.
Sep 7th, 2018
Eola - Amity Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon, USA
