Marcassin Chardonnay Alexander Mountain Upper Barn Alexander Valley
Tasted 12 June 2025
Sonoma County · Alexander Valley
Though I have admittedly been hesitant with Marcassin with what I consider to be a stylistic old school black Chardonnay-type profile of that house that I have sometimes struggled to be drawn to, I did find this…
Initially served a bit too cold, muting the yellow citrus fruit flavors, but as it comes around to standard cellar temperature, this sample slowly unveils white melon, crème fraiche, lemon curd, and…
Lemon curd, vanilla, and even some subtle coconut (not ideal for my palate) start off the delivery on the first pop of the cork. Tasty and balanced, but a bit predictable and shy initially, with the…
A compelling nose, with spice and crunchy red and black cherry, cinnamon, salami, and red currant notes dominating. Earth and spice notes slowly come into form, making for a full mouthfeel and…
