Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Still kicking out energetic yellow citrus oil and lightly honeyed lemon flavors. Some alcohol and vanilla glycol on the initial pull, making for an angular attack initially. Balanced out much better…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Same notes as last month. A really nice balance between acid/frame/drive and core fruit flavor. Pure, balanced, and elegantly smooth, but also full and unctuous. Especially well-weighted mid-palate,…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Served side-by-side with the 2016 Star Chardonnay, which I thought registered a little higher toned on the palate than this more unctuous Barrel Select Chardonnay. Previous notes apply. This was a…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Earthy black and red cherry, citrus rind, mushroom, tree bark, smoke, black Darjeeling tea, and some sea salt. A complex and deliberate delivery, with medium weight mid-palate and agreeable intensity…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
1.5 years since I last had this wine. Very good focus and delineation of flavor. More of a straight shot in terms of delivery, with wonderful underbrush and rosemary notes drilling though the black…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Previous notes apply. I'm a fan. Decanting is actually recommended here in my opinion, allowing it to smooth out and not be obnoxious with its initial hit of flavor and flair. Softened our nicely for…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Same notes as two months ago. Seemingly weighty and rich, but never burdensome or fat. Maintains great flavor while still holding a good grip on the lush yellow citrus fruit; showed lovely balance…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
A beautiful expression of the varietal. Captivating notes of ripe yellow citrus, poached pear, lemon curd, vanilla bean, fresh olive oil, lemon oil, and faint whispers of flint and pumice. Creamy and…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Unfortunately the best I can say about this wine is that it was better than the Sevens Bench. However, it too was thin and light-bodied to the point that identifying the core fruit became a bit of a…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
A finessed and elegant style with signature notes that are seemingly driven from the 2011 vintage. Not surprisingly, this wine is less fruit driven than Wren Hops of other vintages. However, as a…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Served at Madrona Manor (amazing dinner!) with the first few amuses. Decent depth and a little less crisp than expected. It made it an easy drinker in that regard. Not overly brut, dry, or…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
This is in as perfect of a drinking window as I would imagine it will ever be. Hugely plush, deep, fruit forward, and extremely giving on the attack. The silky glide is unreal, with a glycerin-coated…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
It's been over a year since my last bottle and time has certainly allowed this wine to evolve into a more interesting animal. The evergreen and pine needle notes were evident (which do add some…
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
Similar specific notes to my previous from 6 months ago. No decant (it didn't need it); PnP with a few minutes of swirling in the glass did this just fine.
Sonoma County · Green Valley of Russian River Valley
PnP with bold notes of red and purple berry fruit, blueberry, ripe black cherry and raspberry, baking spices, vanilla bean, and pie crust. A rich and luscious Pinot crafted in typical Russell Bevan…
