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2008

Salinia Chardonnay Heintz Ranch

Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

Similar to some of my CT notes from the 2006 & 2007 Salinia Heintz Chardonnays, however the 2008 started out a bit tight and reserved, with less of the alluring oily, viscous texture found in its…

Reviewed 9 October 2015
2009

Littorai Chardonnay Charles Heintz Vineyard

Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

An extremely balanced and feminine chardonnay, with notes of smooth, subtle Meyer lemon, citrus, popcorn, and pear. Nothing out of place, with an impeccably inviting persona. A hint of minerality…

Reviewed 15 August 2015
2007

Salinia Chardonnay Heintz Ranch

Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

A Jura style, with butterscotch, hazelnuts, popcorn, baked Asian pear, pineapple, honey, citrus, and wood. More of the citrus notes than the 2006 or 2008 Salinia Chardonnays. An oily, viscous, rich,…

Reviewed 9 August 2015
2012

Rivers-Marie Chardonnay Sonoma Coast

Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

Enthralling notes of honeysuckle, buttered popcorn, creme brûlée, vanilla, and Meyer lemon. For a Sonoma bottling, an outstanding, nuanced example of a regional cuvee. TRB has a way of exhibiting…

Reviewed 3 August 2015
2011

Aubert Chardonnay Eastside Vineyard

Sonoma County · Russian River Valley

On the nose, a distinctive whiff of lemon curd, marshmallow, and citrus blossom. On the palate, the wine totally bursts with a complex interplay of Meyer lemon, pear, butterscotch, salted caramel,…

Reviewed 23 July 2015
2006

Salinia Chardonnay Heintz Ranch

Sonoma County · Sonoma Coast

One of those rare and profoundly unique wines that truly speaks to the personality and talents of the winemaker and to the maximum expression of place. Kevin Kelley is one of the few winemakers who…

Reviewed 5 July 2015