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OAK KNOLL DISTRICT - Napa Valley
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Initial aromas display classic notes of citrus and pineapple, as well as the other tropical fruits that are a hallmark of this wine. There is also a fragrant, dried apple note, along with fresh pastry dough, lemon curd and dried sage. Spice and toast from the barrel aging come through in the aroma and the flavor of the wine. This Chardonnay is rich and viscous on the palate, with flavors of citrus, marmalade and apricot that lead to a full, lingering finish. Rated 93 points!
OAKville - Napa Valley
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Delicate notes of ripe citrus fruits, such as Meyer lemon and grapefruit, mingle with hints of tropical pineapple and passionfruit, creating a symphony of enticing scents that promise a truly unforgettable tasting experience. Flavors of juicy white peach and crisp green apple intertwine with subtle herbal undertones, adding complexity and depth to each sip.
Blend 96% Sauvignon Blanc, 4% Sémillon
Napa Valley
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Aromas of ripe golden apple, white peach, and light oak. On the palate, apple and pear characteristics are balanced by fresh acidity, and the finish is clean, with appealing hints of apple and lemon intermingling with notes of minerality. Rated 92 points!
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Bouquet is complex with lemon blossom, white floral, star fruit, and with a touch of oak. Its flavors showcase bright citrus, a hint of apple, and toasty oak on the long finish.
Rated 90+ points
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This tantalizing Chardonnay begins with alluring aromas of lemon cream, orange blossom, Key lime, and candied pineapple. On the palate, a lush, silky mouthfeel and energetic acidity frame lively orchard-fruit flavors of pear and white peach, with hints of brioche emerging on the long, focused finish. Rated 92+ points!
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Guided by the idea that “less is more,” this wine is dry and fresh, with crisp fruit flavors and bright minerality. This wine exhibits beautiful aromas and flavors of sandalwood, dried earth, and herbs.
Rated 90 points!
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Aromas of honeysuckle, white peach blossom and citrus zest, along with soft accents of vanilla. Silky stone fruit, lemon curd and honeydew flavors flow across the round, full palate, with lightly toasted oak, cool minerality and a lingering citrus note adding texture and depth. 90+ rated!
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This wine is perfumed in brioche and baked apple, with seasonings of nutmeg and vanilla. It opens in a rich, full-bodied concentration of citrus and white peach and evolves on the palate to show structure and depth. Bright acidity lifts hints of toasted oak, maintaining a fresh and plush finish. Rated 92 points!
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The nose is zippy with citrus aromas of lemon and tangerine, stone fruits and toasted oak. The medium-weight palate is marked by refined minerality and oak supporting a ripe palate of pear, lemon cream and fresh apple flavors. The finish is a crescendo of baking spice, and crème brûlée flavors. Rated 91+ points!
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Bright and clear in the glass, this wine reveals aromas of grapefruit and Meyer lemon with hints of just ripe pineapple. Light-bodied but round in texture, the crisp acidity and a lively flavor of white peach and melon lead to a vibrant, fresh finish.
Rated 90+ points!
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Pale straw yellow color with golden hues. Honeysuckle, crisp green apple, persimmon, white fig, and Asian pear with notes of blanched almonds and floral notes. On the palate, juicy pineapple and mango, Fuji apple, papaya, and honey followed by hints of lemon custard and toasted almond. This is a classic Napa Valley Chardonnay with bright acidity, medium bodied, and a smooth, creamy finish. Complex and well-balanced with a lively finish. Rated 93 points!
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Lively and aromatic; bright and crisp with notes of fresh green apple, Meyer lemon, white peach, and melon, accompanied by delicate notes of Tarte Tatin and brioche toast. Lithe and mouthwatering, the palate is linear and lean with layers of apple, vanilla bean, and spiced Asian pear, supported by a viscous mouthfeel that is rich and balanced—a tribute to the delicate batonnage (lees stirring) that occurs during the winemaking process. The finish is lengthy and structured with mineral undertones, maintained by a core of fresh acidity, presenting a Chardonnay that is full of finesse and complexity. 92+ rated!
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Lively and vibrant, leaping from the glass with the variety’s classic stone fruit characters alongside a fragrant floral bouquet. Crisp and multi-layered with notes of orange blossom, nectarine, peach Tarte Tatin and Asian pear, alongside more delicate hints of toasted almond, allspice and honeysuckle. A lean core of fresh acidity is supported by a flinty minerality rounding out to a graceful finish that is mouthwatering, rich and luscious. Incredible depth and complexity, finishing soft and silky with a subtle spiced floral note.
Rated 90+ points!
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This is a graceful Chardonnay with fragrant aromas of ripe mango, honeydew melon and peach along with hints of key lime pie, apple and floral notes. This medium-bodied wine has a bright and flavorful mouthfeel full of fruit and a touch of creamy vanilla spice, leading to a lasting citrus and melon finish. Rated 92 points!
Los Carneros
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This wine is bright, with aromas of pear, Golden Delicious apple, potpourri and toasty oak on the nose. The flavors on the palate are ripe Bosc pear, white peach, orange marmalade and cinnamon, with layered minerality throughout. Rated 93 points!
Russian River Valley - Sonoma County
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Pale straw color in the glass and aromas of white florals, ground ginger, and Mandarin orange. Golden Delicious apple and Meyer lemon give way to complex flavors of baking spice and piecrust that add a round texture to accompany its bright acidity, framing the long finish. 93+ rated!
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The 2020 Chardonnay George Menini Estate is the first iteration of this single-vineyard wine from Paul Hobbs, from a vineyard that he recently purchased. Previously an apple orchard, it was planted to 39 acres of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in 2015. A layered and dense chardonnay with sliced cooked apple and a touch of lemon rind. Floral with honey blossom. Hints of flint. Medium to full body. Fresh and creamy texture. Flavorful with a long finish. Rated 97 Points!
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Impressive for its intensity and purity, with juicy Honeycrisp apple, pear, peach and nectarine flavors that sing out on a fresh frame. Reveals details of lemon blossoms, dried ginger and a touch of salted melon on the long, expressive finish.
Rated: Wine Enthusiast 94 points - Wine Spectator 93 points
Sonoma County
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Extended time on the lees in barrel produces creamy flavors and texture that evoke a vanilla bean panna cotta with citrus zest.
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Bright aromas of lemon zest, green apple, and white florals, with an undercurrent of flinty minerality that belies its cool climate origins along the Sonoma Coast. A beautiful tension midpalate elevates the notes of Asian pear and lime which mingle with a vibrant acidity, leading to a clean and refreshing finish.
Rated 93+ points!
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Delicious aromas and flavors of grapefruit, peach, melon, lychee, lemon grass, lime zest, lemon chiffon and floral notes with a hint of minerality.
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A bright wash of caramel apple and lemon verbena ushers in vivid aromatics and flavors. The wine is rich but impeccably balanced, with a wave of toasted marshmallow leading to powdered minerality on the finish.
Rated 90+ points!
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Fresh, bright and crisp. Leading with zesty citrus notes of grapefruit, Meyer lemon, and a light grassiness, this wine gives way to more tropical fruit and melon characteristics.
Rated 90+ points!
North Coast
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Surpassingly fresh, vivid aromas of white flowers, ripe melon and citrus fruit introduce rich, zesty flavors of pink grapefruit, melon and guava, leading to a long, crisp finish buoyed by bright acidity and refreshing citrus and mineral tones. Irresistible upon release.
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Gorgeous aromas of mango, pineapple, Key lime pie, and honeydew melon, as well as fragrant hints of orange blossom and elderflower. On the palate, a delicate, silky texture accentuates the generous tropical, citrus, and stone fruit flavors, with energetic acidity and undercurrents of minerality carrying the wine to a bright, focused finish.
California
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The nose opens with rich aromatics of Meyer lemon, honeydew, butterscotch and honeysuckle, with accents of jasmine, white pepper and fennel pollen. A massive palate consists of ripe white peach and a bold Werther’s Original entry and a layered mid- palate of nectarines, pineapple and honey. A touch of green apple and wet stone culminate in a concise Crème Brûlée finish.
Rated 91+ points!
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Vibrant flavors and crisp acidity with fruit aromas that remind you of citrus, pear and melon.
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