Three Sticks

Durell Vineyard Sonoma Valley Chardonnay

9.08 ratings
9.06 pro ratings
Sonoma Valley, Sonoma County, California, USA
Chardonnay
Duck, Shellfish, Goose, Mushrooms, Manchego & Parmesan, Game, Pork, Squash & Root Vegetables, Chicken, Turkey, Cheddar & Gruyere, Meaty & Oily Fish, White Fish, Shellfish, Crab & Lobster, Cream Sauces
Top Notes For
Shawn R

One of our "house wines"-drinking wonderfully. Heavy mineral nose, creamy texture mouthfeel yet tight and spicy on the palate. I also get a core of fig, pear and delicate citrus note. Finishes strong and long with hints of roasted marshmallows. Great spot.

One of our "house wines"-drinking wonderfully. Heavy mineral nose, creamy texture mouthfeel yet tight and spicy on the palate. I also get a core of fig, pear and delicate citrus note. Finishes strong and long with hints of roasted marshmallows. Great spot.

1 person found it helpfulJan 27th, 2017
Shawn R

Much better than the last bottle. Showing more complexity on all fronts. I get minerals, cream mixed with bright acidity and toasted bread notes on the front side. On the finish you still get a mild oak influence with pear and apricot.

Much better than the last bottle. Showing more complexity on all fronts. I get minerals, cream mixed with bright acidity and toasted bread notes on the front side. On the finish you still get a mild oak influence with pear and apricot.

Feb 27th, 2017
Shawn R

Don Van Staaveren last vintage I believe before Bob Cabral took the wheel. I'm interested in how the former winemaker for William and Selyem will put his spin on Three Sticks. Chalk, straw and cream fill the nose. First thing that catches me is the acidity comes in high then smooths out. Slightly booze, with the taste of alcohol. Smoke and slight spice and charred marshmallow. Not much fruit. Finish comes and goes. Paired with Thai food, could have muddled the flavors.

Don Van Staaveren last vintage I believe before Bob Cabral took the wheel. I'm interested in how the former winemaker for William and Selyem will put his spin on Three Sticks. Chalk, straw and cream fill the nose. First thing that catches me is the acidity comes in high then smooths out. Slightly booze, with the taste of alcohol. Smoke and slight spice and charred marshmallow. Not much fruit. Finish comes and goes. Paired with Thai food, could have muddled the flavors.

Jan 2nd, 2017
Shawn R

This bottle was opened for two hours before serving. Rich and layered yet clean and fresh. Pear, fig and melon on the palate. Slight minerality on the finish that last.

This bottle was opened for two hours before serving. Rich and layered yet clean and fresh. Pear, fig and melon on the palate. Slight minerality on the finish that last.

Jul 24th, 2016
Ezekiel James Hampton

Ezekiel had this 7 years ago

Ezekiel had this 7 years ago

Mar 6th, 2017
R. Addison Wehrfritz

R. had this 9 years ago

R. had this 9 years ago

Sep 6th, 2015
John B
8.7

John had this 8 years ago

John had this 8 years ago

Aug 9th, 2016
Jesse Jou

Jesse had this 8 years ago

Jesse had this 8 years ago

Nov 9th, 2015