Sine Qua Non
On The Lam White Blend
The 2nd WNH Zoom tasting on 3/29 with a “open any white” theme. The On The Lam is eleven years old and is reminiscent of the Backwards and Forwards at this point in its development. I had a Backwards & Forwards in 2017 that had a ridiculously delicious array of secondary characteristics that were just outstanding in their funky goodness. This bottle reminds me more of that wine at age 10. It has transformed from youthful to mature but displays no adolescent awkwardness. Honeyed melon, marzipan, candied pear and burnt marshmallow envelop a firm backbone of acidity. It’s adding weight but ever so slowly. Right now it’s still lithe and pushy and a changeling in the glass that warrants frequent check ins because a night of drinking will deliver 4 or 5 different wines for your drinking pleasure.
The 2nd WNH Zoom tasting on 3/29 with a “open any white” theme. The On The Lam is eleven years old and is reminiscent of the Backwards and Forwards at this point in its development. I had a Backwards & Forwards in 2017 that had a ridiculously delicious array of secondary characteristics that were just outstanding in their funky goodness. This bottle reminds me more of that wine at age 10. It has transformed from youthful to mature but displays no adolescent awkwardness. Honeyed melon, marzipan, candied pear and burnt marshmallow envelop a firm backbone of acidity. It’s adding weight but ever so slowly. Right now it’s still lithe and pushy and a changeling in the glass that warrants frequent check ins because a night of drinking will deliver 4 or 5 different wines for your drinking pleasure.
Mar 30th, 2020There was some wonk here. I just think it was in a dumb phase and just needs more time.
There was some wonk here. I just think it was in a dumb phase and just needs more time.
Jan 14th, 2017Lovely. Balanced. Intriguing. A bit hot on the palate though
Lovely. Balanced. Intriguing. A bit hot on the palate though
Sep 10th, 2016Same, lack of acid. Citrus and lime notes, hints of vax.
Same, lack of acid. Citrus and lime notes, hints of vax.
May 9th, 2015Herbacious! Rich. Not my favorite. Tasty though
Herbacious! Rich. Not my favorite. Tasty though
Oct 25th, 2014Chardonnay adds supple mouth feel. Nice acidity
Chardonnay adds supple mouth feel. Nice acidity
Aug 17th, 2014