2017 is proving to be a "Goldilocks" year. They're not too big or not too light... they're "just right"! They fall in that magical middle ground that's so seductive, yet so elusive. Plush wines with silky finishes that don't ever feel too heavy. Bright, juicy flavors accented by baking spice aromas that truly make you want to crawl inside the glass. These wines are sure to please. Hide this content.
The Wines
Aromas of lemon meringue and seashore reveal themselves slowly in the glass. Delightful flavors of lemon-lime, creme, saltine and a hint of gracious oak. Slightly viscous in the mouth, with expanding flavors that trail off through a vivid finish. A classy, sophisticated wine that confirms the opinion of many that the Sta. Rita Hills is the best region for Chardonnay in California. - PinotFile. 94 Points
Light golden yellow; assertive, forward, buttery, lemony, ripe peach aroma with oaky undertones; full body; forward, buttery, citrus and stone fruit flavors with good depth and a full, rich, creamy mouthfeel. Stylistic, with a seductive, buttery character that is supported with firm acidity. Very highly recommended. - California Grapevine. 91 Points
Medium-light golden yellow; forward, deep, buttery, lemony, stone fruit aroma; medium-full body; rich, rounded, buttery, melon and stone fruit flavors with hints of marzipan and butterscotch, a supple, creamy mouthfeel, and some mineral notes on the finish; lingering aftertaste. Very highly recommended. - California Grapevine. 90 Points
Reserved but appealing aromas of lemon oil, ocean air and a hint of flint. Alluring on the palate, with fresh flavors of lemon, cream, caramel and a hint of toast. The mouthfeel is polished, the acidity is uplifting, and the citrus fueled finish is quenching. - PinotFile. 93 Points
Uplifting aromas of black cherry and spice rub lead to a mid weight plus styled wine with a generous core of delicious black cherry and purple berry fruit. Supple tannins provide marvelous support and the energetic acidity adds vigor. A compelling wine with an extremely long finish. - PinotFile. 94 Points
Brooding aromas of fertile earth and wine cave. A charge of boisterous black raspberry and blackberry fruit greets the palate, fills every nook and cranny in the mouth, and exits with aplomb. Velvety in texture with noticeable, but not intrusive tannins. - PinotFile. 92 Points
Seductive aromas of blueberry, blackberry and BBQ spice rub. Long in the mouth and finish with a perfectly ripened core of black cherry, black raspberry and blackberry fruit embellished with a dash of spice. Sleek in texture, refined in character, with a strikingly long finish. - PinotFile. 94 Points
Grand aromas of purple grape, boysenberry and sandalwood. My first word after taking a sip was Wow! An ephemeral wine with flat-out delicious, well-spiced, dark red cherry fruit that really captures the palate with goodness. Wondrous harmony with endless aromatic pleasure on the finish. - PinotFile. 95 Points
Flavors of mulled berry, Asian spice and dark plum are well-integrated in this rich style. Stone and flint notes show on the lively finish. - Wine Spectator. 90 Points
Fresh and intensely flavored, with cedary notes to the vivid, well-structured raspberry, cherry and dried blueberry flavors. The minerally finish has white pepper hints. - Wine Spectator. 91 Points
Medium ruby; attractive, forward, rich, seductive, red cherry and berry fruit aroma with hints of forest floor and baking spices; full body; rich, fleshy, red fruit flavors with good acid balance, a hint of cocoa, and some plushness in the mouthfeel. Very highly recommended. - California Grapevine. 91 Points
Aromatically pleasing scents of black cherry, earthy flora, spice and a hint of oak. Light to mid weight in concentration, with fresh flavors of dark red and black cherry fruit with hints of red licorice, spice, oak and earth. Easygoing, with commendable balance and great finish. - PinotFile. 90 Points
