Napa Valley, California, USA
The 2021 Chardonnay is a classic Ric Forman wine. Bright and focused, the 2021 is laced with plenty of lemon oil, white flowers, chalk, mint and white pepper. As always, there's a good bit of body from aging on the lees, but blocked malolactic fermentation keeps the flavors brisk. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, February 2023)
The 2021 Chardonnay is a classic Ric Forman wine. Bright and focused, the 2021 is laced with plenty of lemon oil, white flowers, chalk, mint and white pepper. As always, there's a good bit of body from aging on the lees, but blocked malolactic fermentation keeps the flavors brisk. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, February 2023)
Feb 17th, 2023
Fresh and rounded. A bit indistinct in the mid palate. Montrachet like in flavor profile but lacks the detail, depth, complexity and fine acidity
Fresh and rounded. A bit indistinct in the mid palate. Montrachet like in flavor profile but lacks the detail, depth, complexity and fine acidity
Jun 11th, 2022Has evolved splendidly—rich and slightly unctuous, lemon curd, wet stones, judicious toasty hazelnut and vanilla, but the blocked-malo style gives it plenty of zip
Has evolved splendidly—rich and slightly unctuous, lemon curd, wet stones, judicious toasty hazelnut and vanilla, but the blocked-malo style gives it plenty of zip
Mar 4th, 2022The 2019 Chardonnay is compelling. In this vintage, the Chardonnay balances natural richness from aging on the lees with a touch of new oak (20%) with the energy that is the result of picking early and also blocking the malolactic fermentation. Lemon confit, marzipan, tangerine oil and white flowers all open up as this super-expressive Chardonnay shows off its character. Best of all, the 2019 can be enjoyed upon release. It is an incredibly delicious and rewarding wine to drink today. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, January 2021)
The 2019 Chardonnay is compelling. In this vintage, the Chardonnay balances natural richness from aging on the lees with a touch of new oak (20%) with the energy that is the result of picking early and also blocking the malolactic fermentation. Lemon confit, marzipan, tangerine oil and white flowers all open up as this super-expressive Chardonnay shows off its character. Best of all, the 2019 can be enjoyed upon release. It is an incredibly delicious and rewarding wine to drink today. (Antonio Galloni, Vinous, January 2021)
Pale yellow, unfiltered. Non descriptive nose. Nice mouth feel, acid noticeable. Citrus notes, a creamy texture on the finish.
Pale yellow, unfiltered. Non descriptive nose. Nice mouth feel, acid noticeable. Citrus notes, a creamy texture on the finish.
Sep 1st, 2019
Beautifully aged Chardonnay with notes of graham cracker & lemon pith. Lively acidity makes this a great food wine.
Beautifully aged Chardonnay with notes of graham cracker & lemon pith. Lively acidity makes this a great food wine.
Aug 31st, 2019This wine was a big hit last evening with Asher after he got a pinky-taste. This morning he asked for “wine please.” (Uh-oh) While I’m inclined to reward such politeness it seemed a bit early in the day. The wine itself? A bigger and more forward style of Chardonnay than I normally gravitate to but can’t fault the quality and balance. The grapefruit, lemon curd, pineapple creme brûlée and moderate toast should meld beautifully with some more time.
This wine was a big hit last evening with Asher after he got a pinky-taste. This morning he asked for “wine please.” (Uh-oh) While I’m inclined to reward such politeness it seemed a bit early in the day. The wine itself? A bigger and more forward style of Chardonnay than I normally gravitate to but can’t fault the quality and balance. The grapefruit, lemon curd, pineapple creme brûlée and moderate toast should meld beautifully with some more time.
Jan 6th, 2019Halloween fondue frenzy. Always lovely.
Halloween fondue frenzy. Always lovely.
Nov 2nd, 2018Matchstick reduction. Butter, wonderful tension between snappy acidity and full,viscous feel. Baked apples.
Matchstick reduction. Butter, wonderful tension between snappy acidity and full,viscous feel. Baked apples.
Mar 24th, 2018
Youthful apple, lemon curd, pear, quince, popcorn and hazelnut.
Youthful apple, lemon curd, pear, quince, popcorn and hazelnut.
Sep 21st, 2017
