Colette Chardonnay Durell Vineyard 2009
The Durrell vineyard is so distinctive, it would certainly be ranked as a Premier Cru if California had such designations.
Read Full Review →The Durrell vineyard is so distinctive, it would certainly be ranked as a Premier Cru if California had such designations.
Read Full Review →Deep and saturated garnet colored, with a bouquet of berries and bittersweet chocolate that leads to a juicy palate loaded with blackberries, raspberries, cocoa, cassis, caramel, dark plums, gorgeous minerals and floral notes. Intensely concentrated with it’s trademark silky texture, it has a seductive sweetness that finishes with soft, finely polished tannins. Decant if enjoying...
Read Full Review →Rich and generous, the 2009 Pinot Gris carries aromas of pear, apricot, honeysuckle and nutmeg. The flavors include apple pie, honey, almond and brioche. As in keeping with past vintages, this is a full-bodied, opulent version of Pinot Gris.
Read Full Review →Opens with tons of blackberry, kirsch and plum that leads to a palate that combines nice softness with brilliant acidity, pushing through to a deep, extremely clean finish over a creamy, mouthfilling tannins that add support, with layers of sweet fruit, spice and light oak notes filling in the long, savory finish. An uniquely elegant...
Read Full Review →Intense, with a concentration and complexity integral to Pritchard Hill this dark and incredibly saturated color previews the intense aromas of baked blackberry, dark cherry, crème de cassis, plum and anise that are to come. Layered, rich and sophisticated, with notes of espresso, dark chocolate and toasted oak, it supports beautiful ripe fruit and spice...
Read Full Review →Intense pomegranate color sets the stage for the exotic aromatics of this dense Pinot Noir from Hellenthal Vineyard. Asian spices, sweet cherry, herbs, minerals, raspberry and subtle hints of toffee flavors with a powerful, full-bodied, and sinewy texture make this one sexy Pinot you don t want to miss.
Read Full Review →Exquisite ruby color with intense ebony hue. Captivatingly complex nose of gingerbread, black cherry, rose, cinnamon and bitter chocolate. Round and full-bodied, rich and weighty on the palate. Superb concentration of spice, kirsch and semi-sweet chocolate on the finish with an exotic cinnamon note lasting a full minute. This is an exceptional wine that may...
Read Full Review →Supple and refined with bright aromas of nutty oak, red berries, mocha and flowers that leap out of the glass. Big, lush and spicy, this is made in a modern, rich style with notes of black cherries, black currants and coffee. Firm yet plushy tannins and a finish that won’t stop, this is a tremendous...
Read Full Review →Intoxicating aromas of nectarines, peaches and melon lead to a big, viscous and multi-textured palate filled with layers of pear, ripe apples, fig, melon and honeysuckle that dovetail on the seemingly endless finish. majestic and thrilling wine that few ever get to try.
Read Full Review →Medium ruby color, aromas of cherries, cola, and violets. The array of flavors is simply captivating. This delectable Pinot from the esteemed Melville vineyard boasts cranberry and raspberry flavors all perfectly integrated and wound up in a remarkably full-bodied texture. Weighty and rich on the palate with a long, sexy finish that lingers with delightful...
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