Bearwallow Vineyard Chardonnay

This needs a couple hours of air to settle in. A pretty richness of fruit that glides beneath the surface of pleasant acidity and shows some bright citrusy notes before relaxing into light creamy notes from the nice use of oak. These have several more years of life in them.

First time with Rivers Marie. And very satisfied. Classic CA style with vanilla and ripe fruit, but not over the top. Easy drinking. Still slight preference for Mayacamas, Mt Eden, or Hirsch. Or Staglin :-)

Wonderful Chardonnay, great smooth fruit, long finish… something to start the evening off…

Key lime pie and creme brûlée. Young and tight. 1-2 hour decant recommended.

This wine has its own personality. Almost has the qualities of a Burgundian white. Nose of popcorn kernel, dried herbs, mushroom, brie, and some peach. The entry was a little bit dirty. Rosemary popcorn. Buttered mushroom. Under-ripe peaches and mangos. A little 'rough' around the edges but definitely a head scratcher. I think this one will develop over the next 5 or so years.

Bigger and more opulent than both the Rhys Bearwallow or Rivers Marie Sonoma Coast. Still approachable but needs to be matched food wise.

Jake had this 6 years ago

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