This is a special wine. Botrytis Cinerea (also known as Noble Rot) on grapes, a beneficial mold that evaporates moisture while concentrating the flavor in the berry, yielding very little juice. Aged 18 months in French oak, the wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewürztraminer. Aromas of rich ripe fruit and honey notes. On the palate, intense flavors of fig, w/citrus and honeysuckle, complex, well balanced. Lingering finish ending with honey tones. Wow! Pricey but worth it.
This is a special wine. Botrytis Cinerea (also known as Noble Rot) on grapes, a beneficial mold that evaporates moisture while concentrating the flavor in the berry, yielding very little juice. Aged 18 months in French oak, the wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewürztraminer. Aromas of rich ripe fruit and honey notes. On the palate, intense flavors of fig, w/citrus and honeysuckle, complex, well balanced. Lingering finish ending with honey tones. Wow! Pricey but worth it.
May 11th, 20182012 was another fine year for the appearance of Botrytis Cinerea (also known as Noble Rot) on grapes, a beneficial mold that evaporates moisture while concentrating the flavor in the berry, yielding very little juice. Aged 18 months in French oak, the wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewürztraminer. Aromas of rich ripe fruit and honey notes. On the palate, intense flavors of fig, w/citrus and honeysuckle, complex, well balanced. Lingering finish ending with honey tones. Wow!
2012 was another fine year for the appearance of Botrytis Cinerea (also known as Noble Rot) on grapes, a beneficial mold that evaporates moisture while concentrating the flavor in the berry, yielding very little juice. Aged 18 months in French oak, the wine is a blend of Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Gewürztraminer. Aromas of rich ripe fruit and honey notes. On the palate, intense flavors of fig, w/citrus and honeysuckle, complex, well balanced. Lingering finish ending with honey tones. Wow!
Jan 27th, 2018
To celebrate our 2-yr wedding anniversary while in Alaska, we had 5-course dinner at one of the premier spots in the state, which just so happened to be at our resort (at the top of the mountain). A Wine Spectator recognized restaurant with an incredible wine list!
Didn't know Grgich made this late harvest wine. As a '12, you can imagine all of the flavors were full throttle...honey, caramel, lemon. Fairly light bodied, with a toasted vanilla bean finish.
To celebrate our 2-yr wedding anniversary while in Alaska, we had 5-course dinner at one of the premier spots in the state, which just so happened to be at our resort (at the top of the mountain). A Wine Spectator recognized restaurant with an incredible wine list!
Didn't know Grgich made this late harvest wine. As a '12, you can imagine all of the flavors were full throttle...honey, caramel, lemon. Fairly light bodied, with a toasted vanilla bean finish.
Jul 27th, 2017
Dave had this 9 years ago
Dave had this 9 years ago
1 person found it helpfulOct 18th, 2015
Chamomile, honey, less dense than expected.
Chamomile, honey, less dense than expected.
1 person found it helpfulJul 13th, 2015
Awesome to enjoy Violetta with Violet Grgich. Wonderful person and sweet as can be. Great way to end a great night.
Awesome to enjoy Violetta with Violet Grgich. Wonderful person and sweet as can be. Great way to end a great night.
Jun 10th, 2016
Nice. Funky edge isn't as interesting as off-putting
Nice. Funky edge isn't as interesting as off-putting
Oct 26th, 2014
Quite sweet and rich on the palate.
Quite sweet and rich on the palate.
Sep 16th, 2014
Yum! Nectarines, honey, hazelnuts. Fun!
Yum! Nectarines, honey, hazelnuts. Fun!
Feb 18th, 2014
Dark amber color with aromas of cartelized peaches and orang peel brown sugar a good bit of evolution but still has nice freshness and a long finish. Excellent
Dark amber color with aromas of cartelized peaches and orang peel brown sugar a good bit of evolution but still has nice freshness and a long finish. Excellent
Apr 17th, 2013
Napa Valley, California, USA
