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87 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "[$18 list] The 2011 Chardonnay Estate is a relatively rich, buttery wine for the year and appellation, but it nevertheless shows good balance and depth, especially within its price range. Orange blossoms, nectarines and sweet spices are some of the aromas and flavors that wrap around the juicy finish. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2015. (Apr 2013)"
Producer notes: "There are aromas of apple, pear, butterscotch, toasted oak and a little minerality in the glass. This is a Chardonnay with a lush, rich, creamy mouthfeel, tropical notes and flavors of apple, pear and citrus, with just a touch of acidity on the finish. To retain the natural acidity we harvested 70% of our Chardonnay at night when the grapes are coolest, then cold ferment those lots in stainless steel, without malolactic fermentation or barrel aging to highlight the citrus and green apple flavors. To add balance to the wine, we whole cluster press 30% of the best fruit and barrel ferment that portion in French Oak barrels. The barrel fermented lots undergo malolactic fermentation and age on the lees for 8 months to develop roundness and body. Alcohol 14.5%."
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WA 92
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92 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "[$35 list] Antica’s 2011 Chardonnay is laced with lemon peel, white flowers, spices and crushed rocks. In this vintage, the estate’s Chardonnay is especially rich and powerful, largely because the irregular flowering lowered yields by 50%. This is an unusual Chardonnay that is bright in its aromas and flavors but fairly broad-shouldered in style. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016. (Dec 2012)"
Producer notes: "The 2011 Napa Valley Chardonnay has richness, yet remains elegant and delicate. There are generous flavors of pear, melon, and nectarine that are pure, focused and lingering on the palate. The finish on the wine is complex, adding to the wine's persistence and freshness."
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WA 92
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92 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The 2011 Chardonnay Napa Valley bristles on the palate with gorgeous energy and vibrancy. Crushed rocks, lemon peel and white flowers are all very much alive in the glass. This is another of the truly intriguing wines in the range. The Napa is made from a parcel owned by Aubert that David Abreu planted six years ago with a Montrachet selection. The vines are naturally quite young, but the results are already striking. With time in the glass, the 2011 opens up beautifully, finishing with gorgeous richness and pure texture. This is a dazzling wine by any measure. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2018. (Apr 2013)"
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95 points Wine Spectator: "Amazingly complex, with a rich array of fig, apricot, butterscotch, crème brûlée and roasted marshmallow notes, sailing along and gaining on the finish, where the flavors are deep and persistent. Drink now through 2019 497 cases made. (5/1/13)"
94 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The 2011 Chardonnay Eastside Vineyard is rich, fat and explosive. Butter, smoke, spices, apricots, orange blossoms, almonds, hazelnuts, and nectarines all burst from the glass. This is a decidedly extroverted, plush Chardonnay with tons of Russian River character. It has a bit more oiliness and fat than the Ritchie, and is also just as beautiful. A wine of pure richness and glycerin, the vinous, textured Eastside Vineyard will drink well right out of the gate. Vintage 2011 is the first release of the Eastside Vineyard, which previously went into the Russian River bottling. Vineyard guru Ulises Valdez planted this site with Montrachet clones. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2018. (Apr 2013)"
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WA 91
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92 points Wine Spectator: "Exhibits a rich core of citrus, ripe pear, honeysuckle, hazelnut and green apple flavors, tightly wound with lively acidity and ending with a long, persistent finish and a crushed rock minerality. Drink now through 2018. 286 cases produced. (5/1/13)"
91 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The 2011 Chardonnay CIX Vineyard is the least expressive of these single-vineyard wines. Bright floral notes meld into various shades of citrus. There is plenty of polish, but the CIX doesn’t have anywhere near the level of complexity and/or nuance of the best wines in the range. Today, the CIX appears to still be somewhat of a work in progress relative to the high level that is customary throughout the rest of the range. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2018. (Apr 2013)"
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WA 95
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95 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "Aubert’s 2011 Chardonnay Lauren Vineyard flows across the palate with hints of butter, marzipan, spices, nectarines and dried apricots. Rich, voluptuous and creamy, the 2011 is another of the more overt wines in this range. Still, there is more than enough underlying minerality to balance the fruit. The old Wente and Montrachet clones work well here, but the vines are only 12 years old, which suggests the best is still very much in the future. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2019. (Apr 2013)"
92 points Wine Spectator: "Ultrarich and intense, with waves of smoke, fig, apricot and tangerine flavors, firming and narrowing on the finish. Drink now through 2018. (5/1/13)"
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WS 93
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96 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The 2011 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard is utterly magnificent. I especially like the way the 2011 is at once unbelievably rich, but not at all heavy. Yellow stone fruit, light floral honey, nectarine and almonds inform the rich, oily finish. The 100% new barrels are imperceptible. All the elements are beautifully in place in this harmonious, voluptuous Chardonnay. This is a great, great showing from Mark Aubert. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2021. (Apr 2013)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "The pure, rich smoke, fig, apricot and crème brûlée flavors are deep and persistent in this white, which is slow to open but gains depth, focus, persistence and length, ending with light toasted marshmallow. Drink now through 2018. 1,363 cases made. (5/1/13)"
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WS 93
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95 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The 2011 Chardonnay UV-SL Vineyard emerges from a site on the Sonoma Coast seven miles from the ocean, just above Occidental. Apricots, peaches, wild flowers, nectarine and smoke are some of the multiple nuances in the glass. The UV-SL is another of the richer, more textured wines in the lineup. At the same time, the 2011 is a wine of vivid nuance, transparency and crystalline purity. Here, too, the 100% new oak barrels are totally integrated. It is so rare to find so much detail in this creamy, big Chardonnay, but it’s all there. This is another utterly impeccable wine from Mark Aubert. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2018. (Apr 2013)"
93 points Wine Spectator: "Makes points of subtlety and finesse, with touches of creamy, smoky oak woven into a fabric of fresh-cut apple and pear, gaining richness and depth and ending with a long finish. Drink now through 2018. 488 cases made. (5/1/13)"
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89 points Wine Enthusiast: "[$16 list] This is another fine Chardonnay from Talley, a great Central Coast producer. This is the second label, and for the price, you’ll get a terrific Chardonnay that’s creamy and rich in oranges, kiwi fruits and golden mangoes, but bright in acidity. Alcohol 13.7%. (May 2013)"
Producer notes: "One of the coolest summers on record resulted in long hang time and grapes with high natural acidity. The resulting wines balance refreshing acidity with concentrated flavors due to the low yields. This chardonnay has a refreshing bouquet of green apple, guava, citrus zest and white flowers. The fresh fruit theme continues on the palate with bright flavors of pear and pineapple. This clean, crisp chardonnay makes a nice aperitif and pairs well with light seafood dishes, especially shellfish. No malolactic fermentation."
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Producer notes: "[$16 list] Our Russian River Chardonnay is born from two vineyards within the Russian River appellation: Wood Vineyard, located on River Rd and River Vineyard, located in the heart of Sonoma’s Russian River Valley on East Side Road. The floral, mineral, and lime aromas and steely structure of the River Vineyard are complemented by the peach and apricot aromas and more fleshy structure of the Wood Vineyard. Our winemaking philosophy remains the same since we first introduced the Russian River Chardonnay in 1993: less intervention is better in dealing with a delicate variety like chardonnay. Winemaking techniques including sur-lie aging, lees stirring, full malolactic fermentation, and the measured use of some new French oak are employed to bring you this delicious rendition from Sonoma’s premier chardonnay appellation."
Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 88 points by Wine Spectator: " Initially intense, yet turns delicate, with white peach, nectarine, honey, cinnamon and light oak. Very complete. Drink now."
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Producer notes: "Our 2011 Napa Valley Chardonnay opens with fresh, creamy aromas of ripe pear, apple and citrus, with light butter, yeast and spicy oak tones adding complexity. The wine’s rich, focused, green apple, melon and guava flavors are nicely balanced by fresh acidity and a piquant mineral tone. Both mouthfilling and elegant, this quintessential Napa Valley Chardonnay is delectable now, but it will develop even greater complexity with another 5-8 years’ bottle age. Fermented in 90% French oak and 10% stainless steel. Barel aged 8 months in French oak (35% new). Alcohol 14.2%."
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91 points Connoisseurs' Guide: "[$35 list] Long on deep and outgoing fruit and sporting a fine measure of sweet and sympathetic oak, Chappellet's latest is a wonderfully well-crafted effort whose keen varietal focus and impeccable balance earn it a spot near the head of the class. It is not a big or especially extracted wine, but it never wants for richness, and it is both concentrated and light on its feet. Its finish is long and layered, and, as tasty as it is now, it has plenty of potential to get better with age. (May 2013)"
90 points Anthony Dias Blue (The Tasting Panel): "[$35 list] Racy and crisp with bright acidity and nice citrus; long and balanced on the finish. (Apr 2013)"
'Highly Recommended,' California Grapevine: "Medium-light golden yellow; forward, buttery, baked apple aroma with spicy, lemony notes and a trace of charred oak; medium-full body; fairly rich, herbal, baked apple flavors with a hint of lemon zest and a slightly creamy mouthfeel; lingering aftertaste. 14.5% alcohol; 100% barrel fermented; 40% malolactic fermentation; released October 2012. (Apr 2013)"
'Good,' PinotFile: "[$35 list] 14.5% alc., pH 3.55, TA 0.64. From the Kelly Ranch, a cool site in the rolling hills above San Pablo Bay and the Poe and Red Hen vineyards, farmed by the Laird family. Dijon clones 95 and 96 and Robert young clone. Winemaker Phillip Corallo-Titus, the winemaker at Chappellet for over twenty years. Pale straw color and clear in the glass. Oak-infused aromas of yellow peach, lemon, pastry cream and blond caramel. Tasty core of lemon cream, baked pear and toffee. Slightly creamy with complimentary oak in the background. (4/13/13)"
Producer notes: "[$35 list] Our Napa Valley Chardonnay is made using fruit grown on elite vineyards in some of the coolest regions of Napa Valley. The majority of the grapes come from Kelly Ranch, which overlooks the San Pablo Bay, where marine influences and shallow soils composed of clay and gravel create optimal growing conditions for Chardonnay. To add depth and complexity, the 2011 vintage also includes fruit from Poe Vineyard in Napa-Carneros and Red Hen Vineyard in Oak Knoll. This wine was aged on its lees for eight months in one-third new French oak barrels. For added texture and viscosity, a significant portion of the wine underwent malolactic fermentation. Tasting notes: This wine offers a delicious combination of baked apple, pear and lemon zest aromas, as well as hints of hazelnut, baking spice and brioche. Additional layers of melted butter, brown sugar and beautiful spicy oak contribute to the complex Burgundian character of the nose. On the palate, this wine is fleshy and round, with enticing mineral, citrus, quince and pear flavors. Spice notes of clove, cardamom and toasted wood add an intriguing counterpoint to the fruit. All the elements seamlessly integrate, creating a rich, elegant mouthfeel that is toned by natural acidity and persists long on the finish."
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Producer notes: "Beautifully rich yet fresh and tasty. Hints at guava, Bosc pear, Satsuma, spice and minerals. Mouth-filling....just one sip will do the trick!"
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Producer notes: "As with the prior vintage, 2011 Signature Chardonnay was shaped by a cool, slow-ripening season and displays intricate aromatics and rich, persistent flavors. A tempting bouquet mingles lemon blossom and jasmine with citrus, then unfolds intriguing notes of nutmeg and quince. Generous flavors of lemon custard, pears and apples are wrapped in a creamy mouthfeel, while a streak of stony minerality gives the wine zest and complexity. The oak is exceptionally well-integrated, offering spicy qualities that linger on the finish. Barrel aged 11 months in French oak (70% new). 1,950 cases produced."
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Producer notes: "Like 2010, the 2011 vintage is very good for Chardonnay. The cool growing year and later harvest gave us excellent flavors and acidity. On the nose, there are beautiful white flowers, some citric fruits, and the sense of minerality that I love. Arthur can be enjoyed now, but will develop nicely for the next several years."
Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 92 points by both Wine & Spirits and Wine Enthusiast, which wrote: "Rich, toasty and ripe, this seduces from first sniff to last sip. The balance of fruit and barrel influence is spot on, crafting an elegant yet powerful Chardonnay with flavors of melon, tree fruit, and baking spice. Alcohol 13.9%."
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Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 93 points by Wine Enthusiast: "This Chardonnay was blended from several vineyards in Dutton’s extensive portfolio. It’s not only a great example of the art of blending, it’s a fine wine in itself, showing brisk acidity and dryness, with rich, complex orange, Meyer lemon, kiwi fruit, honeysuckle and buttered toast flavors. Alcohol 14.2%. 640 cases produced."
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90 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "The 2011 Chardonnay is striking. Lemon, pastry, white flowers and nectarine all meld together gracefully in this gorgeous, totally beautiful wine. All the elements are in the right place. Sweet floral notes and a hint of peach linger on the finish. In 2011, 30% of the fruit was fermented and aged in concrete eggs, an approach that worked very nicely, to say the least. This is a totally classy introductory level Chardonnay from Failla. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2019. (Apr 2013)"
Producer notes: "This is the second vintage in which 20% of our young-vine Chardonnay blend was fermented and aged in concrete egg vessels. The remainder fermented and aged for 10 months in French oak, only 15% new and barely perceptible in the finished wine's flinty nose balanced with citrusy scents of grapefruit and lime filled out with a hint of jasmine and oyster-shell. The textural contributions of the concrete-fermented lots nicely balance the wine's vibrant mouth-watering acidity."
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Producer notes: "This wine opens with delicate aromas of citrus blossom, honeydew melon, pear, flint and toasted almonds. The entry is silky with pear and citrus flavors. Refreshing acidity leads to a juicy finish, layered with toasted oak. 100% barrel fermented; no malolactic. Barrel aged 9 months sur lie in French oak (68% new, 32% once-used)."
Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 91 points by California Grapevine: "Medium-light golden yellow; attractive, intense, buttery, melon and green apple aroma with floral, citrussy notes and hints of vanilla, roasted hazelnut, and honeysuckle; medium-full to full body; crisp, citrus and baked apple flavors with undertones of toasty oak and minerality; lingering aftertaste. Should continue to develop with another year or two of bottle aging. Very highly recommended. 14.3% alcohol; 100% barrel fermentation; 0% malolactic fermentation; released November 2011."
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91 points California Grapevine: "Medium-light golden yellow; attractive, assertive, fragrant, lemony, pear and green apple aroma with light mineral notes; medium to medium-full body; fleshy, pear and apple flavors with firm acidity, a trace of toasty oak, and a slight creaminess in the mouthfeel; lingering aftertaste. A very easy to like Chardonnay, and we also like it having a screw cap. Good value and good availability. Very highly recommended. 14.1% alcohol; 100% barrel fermented; 90% malolactic fermentation; released January 2013. (May 2013)"
Producer notes: "The 2011 Ferrari-Carano Chardonnay from Sonoma County has superior lots of wine from our vineyards in Alexander (80%), Russian River (11%), Carneros (6%) and Dry Creek Valleys (3%). This full-bodied Chardonnay boasts delicious aromas of baked apple, marshmallow, pear, citrus and a hint of graham cracker, perfectly balanced by flavors of Fuji apple, lemon, vanilla and lingering, creamy toasted oak notes. Barrel aged in French oak (35% new)."
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Producer notes: "Aromas of citrus, lemon cream and honey combine with toasty oak, nutmeg, yellow apple and orange blossom to create this refreshing Chardonnay. On the palate flavors of citrus, green apple, honey, light cream, cantelope and vanilla couple with great texture, bright acidity and balance making this Chardonnay a great food friendly wine. Pairs perfectly with crab cakes, roasted game hen or grilled pork chops. 84% barrel fermented in 30% new French and Hungarian oak barrels; 16% stainless steel fermented and aged. Alcohol 14.1%."
Not yet reviewed; 2010 vintage rated 92 points by Wine & Spirits: "Here’s a steal: a cool-vintage chardonnay with flesh and zest. There’s a saline, gamey note that brings the flor of Fino Sherry to mind, an earthy undertone to balance the sweet kumquat and tart grapefruit pith flavors. Serve it with chicken braised with fennel and mushrooms."
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WA 92
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92 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate: "Forman’s 2011 Chardonnay is very pretty. Lemon, pastry, white flowers and spices come together nicely as this vivid wine shows off its considerable personality. The 2011 still needs time to fully harmonize in bottle. Today, it lacks some of the energy of the 2010, but nevertheless stands out for its textural purity and class. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2025. (Dec 2012)"
Producer notes: "I love the fresh fruit opening without over-ripeness or obvious woodiness of this wine; it’s just nicely ripe Chardonnay. Sur lees aging in older barrels gives it a touch of richness and complexity to the aromas. One also has to love the flavors. Very zesty freshness beautifully frames the fruitiness. This is a classic Forman Chardonnay. It’s a baby now and has so many years to develop, too bad there is so little produced. Alcohol 13.9%. 1,043 cases produced."
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WE 93
WA 90–92
W&S 90
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93 points and 'Editors' Choice,' Wine Enthusiast.
90-92 points Antonio Galloni (Wine Advocate): "A wine of significant potential, the 2011 Chardonnay Bien Nacido Block UU (from tank) is cool and beautifully focused, with lovely purity in its aromas and flavors. Flowers, lemon peel, crushed rocks and spices are layered into the energetic, polished finish. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2016. (Aug 2012)"
90 points Wine & Spirits: "Block UU is the same as W Block (the source of Chanin's chardonnay above). This wine is a blend of the original Clone 4 material and newer chardonnay selections planted in 2002 and 2003. This has a mouthwatering pineapple tang, along with biscuity lees and mineral qualities that give it a savory edge. For pan-roasted sea bass. 1,100 cases. (Feb 2013)"
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CGV 92
WS 90
CG 90
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92 points California Grapevine: "Medium-light golden yellow; attractive, fragrant, moderately intense, slightly buttery, spicy, pear and baked apple aroma with hints of cinnamon and hazelnut; medium-full body; crisp, lemony, fairly rich, pear and baked apple flavors with bright acidity and a slightly creamy, velvety mouthfeel; lingering aftertaste. Very appealing to drink now. Very highly recommended. 14.2% alcohol; 100% barrel fermented; 100% malolactic fermentation; released November 2012. (Dec 2012)"
90 points Wine Spectator: "[$35 list] Reverberates with fresh, lively green apple, pear, peach and citrus notes. Complex, layered and persistent. Drink now through 2018. (5/31/13)"
90 points Connoisseurs' Guide: "[$35 list] If never wanting for ripeness and long on heady, young, varietal fruit, this solid effort plays juicy apples and a streak of caramelly oak against plenty of freshening, mildly citrusy acidity. It is fairly full-bodied and starts out on a rounded, almost oily note, but it never gives in to softness, and, while a very attractive wine at the moment, it has a sense of reserve that bodes well for a few years of keeping. (Feb 2013)"
90 points Anthony Dias Blue (The Tasting Panel): "[$35 list] Smoth and creamy with lush vanilla and ripe fruit; elegant and rich with lovely falvors and balance; deep and long, very lovely. (Jan 2013)"
Producer notes: "[$34.75 list] The 2011 Frank Family Vineyards Chardonnay is pale yellow in color and delivers aromas of apricot, apple and pineapple, laced with notes of nutmeg, cinnamon and hazelnut. The palate is bright and elegant, with succulent fruit flavors of baked apples, quince paste and hints of spice. A perfect level of a creamy texture in the mouth, and the bright, fresh acidity give this wine great balance and provides a persistent finish. Barrel fermented 10 months in 34% new, 33% once-filled and 33% twice filled French oak. Alcohol 14.2%."
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