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2016

Rivers-Marie Chardonnay Sonoma Coast

Tasted 6 April 2018 Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

Give this time. Sulfur, heat, and glycol dominated over the yellow citrus core fruit. Almost akin to a limoncello. Liqueur lemontini aftertaste. Hold for another year minimum.

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