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Our label pays homage to the Art Deco WPA posters of the 1930s \u0026amp; our name, if you will, a new deal in wine.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nWith over 15+ years working in wine, owner Jared Heber has developed his palate at some of the top restaurants in the US – Canlis in Seattle, The French Laundry \u0026amp; Bouchon in Napa Valley, along with Mozza \u0026amp; Gordon Ramsay at the London in Los Angeles.\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFor our first release, we worked with consulting winemaker Ryan Zotovich to source Chardonnay \u0026amp; Pinot Noir from some of the best vineyards in the Sta. Rita Hills.  These are fresh \u0026amp; delicious wines with a sense of place.  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Almost all their grapes come from above the fog line and practices are very Burgundian, with non-interventionist winemaking,\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCrisp and fruity, with hints of apple, some pineapple and white peach notes. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"MONTEREY BAY WINE COMPANY","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37422775304351,"sku":"WO12CHNA","price":37.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/windyoakschard12-w-2.jpg?v=1614116660"},{"product_id":"westwoodchardsangiac18-w","title":"Westwood Chardonnay Sangiacomo Vineyard 2018 (Sonoma Coast, California) - [TP 94]","description":"Located in the new Petaluma Gap AVA, the Sangiacomo Roberts Road Vineyard is farmed organically. 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From the great farmers that are the Sangiacomo family, this is a rich and mineral-driven white, with high acidity underlying the robust, balanced layers of pear, Meyer lemon and baking spice.\" - Virginie Boone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Jeb Dunnuck (2017):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe single vineyard 2017 Chardonnay Sangiacomo Vineyard comes from a site on the Sonoma Coast and was fermented and aged 8 months in 30% new French oak. It’s a more racy, salty, vibrant effort that has terrific white flowers, orange blossom, and honeyed citrus notes as well as medium to full-bodied richness. 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This Chardonnay has a Burgandian feel as the French Dijon clone brings a wonderful mid - pallet sense of fruit, but leaves out the oak and butter (characteristic of traditional Napa Chardonnays). This old block of Chardonnay just keeps giving us the amazing fruit. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinemaker Notes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine is all about what makes our Deux Chevaux Vineyard Chardonnay so special. This wine delivers a very rich nose that mixes honeydew melon, ripe pineapple, honey, sweet oak and butterscotch. It possesses a classic Napa Valley barrel - fermented Chardonnay mouth that is rich and unctuous. The flavor profile delivers honeydew and pineapple, with added hints of vanilla custard, orange marmalade, floral notes and roasted chestnut. 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A big, buttery, low acid, oaked-up Chardonnay would not be a fit at all for such delicate, complex fare. At Robert Craig Winery we strive every year to make a white wine worthy of comparison with the finest in the world. Racy, mineral laden, structured, precise and focused would be apt descriptors for our first release of Gap’s Crown Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2013 vintage. No malo, no problem. Oysters beware.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eVineyard Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike the Durell Vineyard, where we made lovely Chardonnay in a similar style in past vintages, Gap’s Crown Vineyard is owned by wine mogul (and all around good guy) Bill Price. We simply traded our contract for Durell fruit to one for Gap’s Crown fruit in the same quantity. The 138-acre Gap’s Crown Vineyard is situated on the Southern end of Sonoma Mountain on the west side. It is a hillside vineyard with extremely stony soils and low yields. Known as The Petaluma Gap, this area is a fog and breeze pocket that is unique in the Sonoma Coast. Cool temperatures, low pH values and high natural acidity produce wines of stunning vibrancy. We will miss our Durell offering, but Gap’s Crown Vineyard will allow us to make the wine we have dreamed of. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduction Notes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePinot Noir and Chardonnay producers alike in the Sonoma Coast AVA are claiming that 2013 is one of their best vintages in the last several decades. A long, even growing season with a slightly elevated yield allowed the wines to be fully formed in the vineyard. Our Gap’s Crown Chardonnay is characterized by its focus, minerality, and bright, tightly wound structure. The citrus, orange peel, lemon zest pour from the glass. 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The mid-palate is flush with Meyer lemon and subtle hints of flowering rosemary, while the acidity characteristic of the Robert Young selection keeps the finish bright, lengthy and fresh The 100% Malolactic fermentation gives this Chardonnay great body and texture but the inherent acidity from the site carries this weight perfectly. Because of this distinct balance, our Hyde Chardonnay is not one to drink too cold. As with all our red wines, decanting can do wonders for the wine, and letting is warm to near room temperature will allow you to experience all the unique aspects of our inaugural Chardonnay.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 12pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 3px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\t\u003cb\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e90 Points - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eStephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Bright pale yellow.  Peach, orange blossom, clove and smoky vanillin oak on the nose, along with a touch of leesy complexity.  Rich, pliant and concentrated on entry, then quite firm in the middle, even a bit spiky, showing the bright lemony acidity of the year.  Has enough supporting flesh for its spine and cut, but today the finish is a bit edgy.\" - Stephen Tanzer (May\/Jun 2013)\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e","brand":"RUDIUS WINES","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428156563615,"sku":"","price":49.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/rudiuschardhyde11-w-2.jpg?v=1614114999"},{"product_id":"rudiuschardhyde12-w","title":"Rudius Chardonnay \"Hyde Vineyard\" 2012 (Carneros, Napa Valley, California) - [ST 90] [WS 90]","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes From The Winemaker:\n\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes:  \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2012 Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay has always been a bright, high acid wine that beautifully shows the distinct character of its clonal selection and the exceptional soils that produced the fruit. The finished wine shows copious amounts of lime, honeysuckle, spring violets and fresh citrus peel, with hints of sea spray. On the first sip, flavors of lemon curd, lime zest, and crushed oyster shell are accented by wonderful, bracing acidity. This is a 'thinkers' Chardonnay, and not one that will easily slide into your average California Chardonnay tasting. It is more Chablis than California, and we are so thankful for that! And much like many of your favorite Chablis, the 2012 Hyde is best served slightly chilled, as being too cold will mute the beautiful aromas and secondary characteristics which make this wine distinct. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBlend: \u003c\/b\u003e100% Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay, Robert Young Selection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFermentation: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe whole 2013 Hyde production was whole-cluster pressed to a single stainless steel tank, where the juice was mixed to bring the gross lees into solution before being barreled down. The wine went into several neutral French oak barrels, where it underwent its primary fermentation over the course of several weeks, closely followed by the beginnings of malolactic. In order to maintain the distinct, fresh character in each barrel, we partially blocked the end of the malolactic fermentation, and discontinued our lees stirring regimen soon afterward. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCellaring Recommendations: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs with any wine, we recommend that you cellar this\u003cbr\u003eChardonnay for at least two weeks to allow it to settle after shipping, but feel free to lightly chill and enjoy now! Due to the bright, high acid character of the Hyde Chardonnay, it will be a pleasure to drink over the course of the next two to five years, but will likely show its best within the next 24 months. 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This wine is finely balanced between maturity and taut fresh, mineral-driven fruit. From the Côte des Blancs, the wine is poised and ready to drink.\" - Roger Voss (Dec 2023)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lemon tart, grapefruit and almonds on the nose, followed by a rounded, silky palate with soft bubbles. Pretty lemon curd and vanilla flavors to close.\" (Jul 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An elegant Champagne, with a luxe, finely detailed feel to the mousse and a well-honed spine of fine china–like acidity animating flavors of poached pear, white peach, almond biscotti and mineral. Appealing hints of white blossoms, ground ginger and blood orange pith linger on the finish. Drink now through 2030.\" - Alison Napjus (Nov 2025)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The NV Champagne Blanc De Blancs Brut comes mostly from the 2021 base vintage, where 40% reserve wine was used (about 10% more than in more productive years due to the loss of mildew pressure in the vintage). All stainless steel-fermented with full malo, it pours a bright silver\/straw color, and the nose is quite appealing, with aromas of bread dough, attractive white flowers, citrus zest, and fresh lime. Easygoing and approachable, it has a chalky texture feel with a kiss of sweet fruit and is quite elegant. It’s perfect for drinking now or over the next 5-6 years. 7 grams per dosage liter. (Drink between 2024-2031).\" - Audrey Frick (Dec 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SOUTHERN \/ AMERICAN \/ PACIFIC WINE \u0026 SPIRITS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428160495775,"sku":"383173 (6PK) 383171","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/dsrC9WNFQMW92k1ctpXVFA_pb_x600_08eb8ff0-113c-428f-af44-19d3acf381fa.png?v=1618012429"},{"product_id":"saneliaschardonnay09-w","title":"San Elias Chardonnay 2009 (Colchagua Valley, Chile)","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout This Wine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSan Elias is a range of outstanding varietal wines produced from a careful grape selection and a very delicate vinification process. The wines are young though very intense, with brilliant and deep colors, very fruity and persistent flavors in the palate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 13pt;\"\u003eWhat Does It Taste Like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"textoVinos\"\u003eThe grapes for this Chardonnay are grown in vineyards in the Central Valley. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"letter-spacing: 0pt;\" class=\"texte1\"\u003eThis wine has an attractive yellow color with some green tones and\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"textoVinos\"\u003e intense pineapple aromas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"letter-spacing: 0pt;\" class=\"texte1\"\u003eIt's intense varietal character reminds of ripe fruits, with notes of banana and tropical fruits. In the palate it is fresh with good acidity, crispy and well-balanced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e","brand":"KYSELA","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428199391391,"sku":"CH1EE186001CHS","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/SanElias.png?v=1628223363"},{"product_id":"sojourncharddurell15-w","title":"Sojourn Cellars Chardonnay \"Durell Vineyard\" 2015 (Sonoma Coast, California) - [RP 93] [WE 91]","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eNotes From the Winemaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDurell Vineyard has been the source behind some of the most sought-after Chardonnay wines, and we feel fortunate to work with two outstanding vineyard blocks that combine to make something special. Our 100% Old Wente clone Chardonnay was harvested at night and pressed to extract only the highest quality juice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWe fermented in French oak barrels to produce an expansive wine that illustrates the balance and exceptional character of the vintage. Rusty Gaffney of PinotFile writes that the wine is, \"Nicely perfumed with aromas of lemon, apple, spice, vanilla creme, brioche and nuts. The palate is infused with citrus, but also pear and apple flavors with hint of oak. A solid wine that is not too rich or lean, with a smooth but not creamy mouthfeel and some finishing verve.\"\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"The 2015 Chardonnay Durell Vineyard has a gregarious, tropical fruit-scented nose of pineapple, green mango and guava with underlying brioche, praline and acacia honey hints. Medium-bodied with a nice suggestion of phenolic texture to offset the creaminess, the palate is intensely laden with tropical fruit and savory flavors, finishing long and lively.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (Feb 2017) \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"Hefty and concentrated in flavor, with a thick layered texture, this wine is made from two blocks of the famous vineyard. Mango, apple skin and substantial background oak give it a tension between sugar and spice.\" (2017) \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428491911327,"sku":"15127","price":47.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/Sojourn.png?v=1628223710"},{"product_id":"sojournchardsangiacomo12-w","title":"Sojourn Cellars Chardonnay \"Sangiacomo Vineyard\" 2012 (Sonoma Coast, California) - [RP 91]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes From the Winemaker: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sojourn Sangiacomo Vineyard Chardonnay is produced from the same vineyard as the highly-rated Sojourn Sangiacomo Pinot noirs. This wine showcases unique Sonoma Coast regional qualities and the Sangiacomo family's commitment to exemplary viticultural practices. The grapes were pressed whole-cluster and fermented in French oak barrels utilizing 30% new oak. Aromas of citrus and melon with subtle toasted notes lead to layers of concentrated flavors. The 2012 vintage of this wine shows less oak and more depth, with rich fruit character and lush textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe produce this Chardonnay usng a combination of Old Wente clone from the Sangiacomo Vella Ranch and clone 95 from the Sangiacomo Vineyard on Roberts Road. These vineyard parcels are both perfectly suited for growing Chardonnay, with cool climates and well-drained soils. The Old Wente Clone selection of Chardonnay at Vella Ranch was planted in 1997 and is known to produce distinctively small clusters, low yields, and result in elegant complex wines. Clone 95 from Roberts Road, planted in 1998, adds minerality and a pointed vibrancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e91 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"With the most expressive bouquet of this trio, the 2012 Chardonnay Sangiacomo Vineyard offers up aromas of Mandarin oranges, poached pears and a subtle note of toast, along with a full-bodied mouthfeel. This superb, pure, complex Chardonnay should drink nicely for 4-5 years. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAll of Sojourn Cellars Chardonnays see about 30% new oak, and tend to have finished alcohols in the 14% to 14.3% range. Sojourn produces a half dozen Pinot Noirs, ranging between 14.2% and 14.6% natural alcohol. Most of them are made from Dijon clones.\" - Robert Parker (Dec 2013) \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ANGELES WINE AGENCY","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428492042399,"sku":null,"price":44.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/sojournchardsangiacomo12-w-2.jpg?v=1614115576"},{"product_id":"sojournchardsonomacoast13-w","title":"Sojourn Cellars Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2013 (Sonoma Coast, California) - [RP 91]","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes From the Winemaker: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2013 growing season began early, with a warm and dry spring, and continued with moderate heat that allowed the Chardonnay to develop complex flavors at lower Brix levels. Dry weather in both winter and spring resulted in smaller berry sizes with high levels of concentration and detailed aromatics. Each component in this blend was fermented separately in French oak barrels with 30% new oak. Lees were stirred regularly during the first three months of fermentation and aging. Malolactic fermentation was allowed to complete in barrel. After 11 months of aging, the components were blended together to create a winemaker's cuvee that is expressive of the cool climate, nuance, and balance of the Sonoma Coast appellation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOur 2013 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay is a blend of several unique lots from three distinct vineyards spanning this cool-climate appellation. We sourced grapes from Sangiacomo, Durell and Campbell Ranch vineyards, spanning the far reaches of the Sonoma Coast appellation. Dry weather in both winter and spring resulted in smaller berry sizes with high levels of concentration and detailed aromatics. A lovely nose of stone fruit, apples and white flowers lead to rich flavors and an intriguing mix of depth and vibrancy on the palate. Refreshing and layered, this wine is a fabulous blend of old-world style and new-world eloquence. It is a pleasure to drink, with wonderful fruit, a touch of minerality, and crisp acidity that lengthens the finish. Each component of the blend was fermented separately in French oak barrels utilizing 30% new oak.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e91 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2013 Chardonnay Sonoma Coast possesses white peach, apple butter, quince and white flower characteristics, medium body, striking concentration, and overall equilibrium. Enjoy this beauty over the next 3-4 years.\" - Robert Parker (Dec 2014) \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"TITAN WINE \u0026 SPIRITS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428492173471,"sku":"15326","price":37.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/SojournChard2013.png?v=1625767925"},{"product_id":"londercorbychardonnay08-w","title":"Londer Vineyards Chardonnay Corby Vineyards 2008 (Anderson Valley, Mendocino County, California)","description":"This wine comes from old vines with the Robert Young clone. The nose imparts aromas of peach, pear, granny smith apple, and honey with undertones of sweet barrel spices. These flavors follow through on the palate along with apricot and caramel and a slight touch of minerality finishing with undertones of nutty bread and butter. Great texture and bright acid make this a food friendly wine or one to just sip and enjoy.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnly 389 case made.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Review\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points -\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Offers a mix of creamy fig, melon, light toasty oak and honeysuckle. Full-bodied and layered, ending with a complex layer of flavors. Drink now through 2015. 389 cases made.\" -JL (2010)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e95 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine ('07 vintage):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Offers wonderful intensity and purity of fruit, with ripe, rich, zesty green apple, tangerine, nectarine and subtle mineral notes, followed by a long, lively, engaging finish. There's no oak to speak of. Drink now through 2013. From California.\" -J.L.","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428774600863,"sku":"Londer Corby Chardonnay 08","price":28.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/londercorbychardonnay08-w-2.jpg?v=1614113185"},{"product_id":"loringchardsierramar10-w","title":"Loring Chardonnay \"Durell Vineyard\" 2010 (Sonoma Coast, California)","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 13pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cb\u003e91 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Lots of pretty fruit that shows apple pie and hints of cream, butterscotch and caramel. Full and very fresh with clean fruit and fresh acidity. Drink now.\" - (October 3rd, 2011)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"In sync with the Loring Chardonnays, though a touch livelier, this is more buttery than oaky, and the pear and apple notes offer a spicy baked pie touch. Drink now. 175 cases made.\"  JL (Web Only - 2012)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eWine Spectator Magazine (2009 vintage):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Baked apple pie flavors, right down to the cinnamon spices, mark this full-bodied wine. This is layered, even showing a touch of toasty crust on the finish. Drink now through 2014. 150 cases made.\" JL\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SWIRL WINE BROKERS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428778303647,"sku":"","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/loringchardsierramar10-w-2.jpg?v=1614113210"},{"product_id":"luciachardsoberanes17-w","title":"Lucia by Pisoni Chardonnay \"Soberanes Vineyard\" 2017 (Santa Lucia Highlands, California) - [VM 95] [JD 94] [WA 93] [WE 92] [WS 92]","description":"\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eShimmering with a youthful brilliance in the glass, the 2017 Lucia Soberanes Vineyard Chardonnay offers a lifted aromatics of lemon oil, orange blossom, and green apple on the finish. A product of the dense, rocky soils of this site, the wine is flinty and mineral-driven to its core. Its focused acidity bursts with energy as it dances on the palate. Each windswept grape cluster delivers immense concentration that is carefully extracted through gentle pressing. Minimal stirring of the lees over the course of a 15-month slumber in the cellar provides this chardonnay with a focused intensity. In the glass, this wine comes to life with a flawless balance of fruit, density and length, all of which combine to produce a delicate tension that will reward for many years to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e95 Points - Vinous:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Light shimmering gold. Fresh and energetic on the assertively perfumed nose, displaying fresh pear, nectarine and Meyer lemon scents accompanied by suave floral and chalky mineral flourishes. Silky and open-knit, offering densely packed yet shockingly lively citrus and orchard fruit, honeysuckle, candied ginger and saffron flavors that tighten up slowly with aeration. Shows outstanding delineation and finishes extremely long and seamless, showing bright mineral cut and lingering floral, iodine and pit fruit notes. These vines are still very young (planted in 2008) but the vineyard, at least based on my experiences with wines produced by a number of different winemakers, should be counted among California's elite, for both Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and possibly Syrah as well.\" \u003c\/span\u003e- Josh Raynolds (Aug 2019)\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e94 Points - Jeb Dunnuck:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The 2017 Chardonnay Soberanes Vineyard is a small step up, with more depth of fruit and richness. Orange blossom, orchard fruits, white peach, and some toasty notes give way to a ripe, sexy, full-bodied effort that holds onto beautiful purity and elegance.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2017 Chardonnay Soberanes Vineyard was aged for a year in barrel (about 40% new oak), then rested with the lees in stainless before bottling. Youthfully shy on the nose, it slowly gives up crushed stone, lime peel and white blossom scents with a core of kiwi and peachy fruit and toasty\/popcorn notes in the background. Medium to full-bodied, it offers wonderfully intense, ripe, savory fruits in the mouth with honey, nutty and toasty accents, a strong mineral streak, lovely lip-smacking acidity and a long, energetic finish.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003e92\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePoints - Wine Spectator:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This is filled with poached pear, fresh-cut apple and quince flavors that are bound together by fresh acidity. Dried savory and citrus accents show on the complex finish.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cb\u003e92 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An expertly reserved streak of hazelnut and thinly sliced lemon rinds meet with a waft of butter on the delicately delicious nose of this bottling by the Pisoni family. The palate is wrapped in a chalky tension, allowing flavors of clay, Meyer lemon and light buttercream to take hold.\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"SWIRL WINE BROKERS","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37428843217055,"sku":"PVCH17SB","price":64.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/luciasoberaneschard.png?v=1782704032"},{"product_id":"patlandchardstagecoach12-w","title":"Patland Chardonnay 2012 (Napa Valley, California)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOpens with enticing aromas of pineapple, guava, butterscotch, creme brulee, pear and vanilla. Expect a full and rich palate with layered flavors of ripe pear, roasted marshmallow, banana cream pie, white peach, buttered pecan and integrated new French oak finishing with vibrant acidity. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Enthusiast:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Powerful oak dominates this wine, giving it a flavor of buttered toast and a caramel richness. Underlying all the oak, there is tart acidity and flavors of citrus and tropical fruits.\" -S.H. 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Light to moderate body and acid.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHarvest Date: 10\/15\/12\u003cbr\u003eVarietal Composition: 100% Napa Valley\u003cbr\u003eChardonnay\u003cbr\u003e100% Malolactic Fermentation\u003cbr\u003eBarrel Aging: 15 mo. - 60% French Oak, 40% American Oak\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTechnical Data:\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 13.2%\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acid: 6.3 g\/liter\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.47\u003cbr\u003eResidual Sugar: 0.3%\u003cbr\u003eProduction: 300 Cases\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSILVER medal at 2014 SF Chronicle Wine Competition. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Artisan Wine \u0026 Spirits","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":37429195767967,"sku":"","price":22.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/PBHEIN.jpg?v=1624860399"},{"product_id":"pelerinsierramarchard10-w","title":"Pelerin Chardonnay \"Sierra Mar Vineyard\" 2010 (Santa Lucia Highlands, California)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAbout The Wine: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-style: italic;\"\u003ePelerin \u003c\/span\u003eis the French word for pilgrim. The motif represents an old world traveler on his humble journey and is emblematic of our quest to produce top-level wines from the Santa Lucia Highlands appellation.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is only the second release of Chardonnay, from vines planted in 2006. It shows California sunshine blended with Euro-style production, using 50% malolactic fermentation and 30% new oak. 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Those new vines which are reaching a lovely stage of maturity develop fruit that has amazing complexity of flavor at lower levels of potential alcohol and balanced acidity. 2009 yielded just over 2 tons per acre. The other 40% in this blend comes from the hilltop block 11, which was chosen for planting because of the longer sunlight hours, and extremely poor soil which maintains higher acidity at riper levels of sugar, and a yield of just above 1 ton per acre. The 2009 harvest was extremely pure, allowing for minimally invasive techniques and wines that literally made themselves. Both blocks were hand harvested and gently pressed to 20% new French barrels for fermentation and aging. The wine was racked off the gross lees at 14 months, blended, and then back to barrel for an additional 5 months. It was then bottled un-filtered at 19 months.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The winery’s style is a leaner, more minerally and elegant Chardonnay, rather than the blowsy, ripe kind so popular these days. This ’09 is quite fine, with brisk acidity and a steely tang to the orange and apricot flavors. Drink over the next three years with shellfish in cream and butter sauces.\" — S.H. (12\/31\/2011)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e91 Points - Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Bright gold. 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Through the combination of innovative viticultural practices and unique ‘terroir’, this challenging and picturesque estate vineyard produces distinctive, balanced wines – beautifully structured and long on flavor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNestled in the high country of the Eden Valley, Heggies Vineyard is situated at an altitude of 550m above sea level where the soil is a thin layer of grey sandy loam over clay and decomposed rock. With only 787mm of average annual rainfall, the vines compete vigorously for moisture and nutrient, producing wines of full flavor, fineness and balance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRegion: Eden Valley\u003cbr\u003eWinemaker: Peter Gambetta\u003cbr\u003eHarvested: 24th March to 8th April 2011\u003cbr\u003eOak Treatement: Fermented and matured for 12.5 months in new French oak barriques (20%), one year old French oak barriques (17%), with the balance in older French oak barriques.\u003cbr\u003eALC\/VOL: 12.5%\u003cbr\u003eTotal Acid: 5.2 g\/L\u003cbr\u003epH: 3.22\u003cbr\u003e\u003chr style=\"width: 100%; height: 2px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e90 Points - \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate (2010 vintage):\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\"The 2010 Chardonnay has a pronounced nose of ripe apricots, passion fruit and green mango with nuances of toast, yeast extract and nuts. Medium-full bodied, richly fruited and with a satiny texture, it has refreshing acidity and a long toasty \/ nutty finish. Drink it now through 2015.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (Dec 2011)\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e90 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e(2010 vintage)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Polished, lively and appealing for its creamy pear and spice flavors, dancing easily through the deftly balanced finish. 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So far our solution, vintage after vintage, has been to age the wine in neutral oak barrels (2 years old and older) rather than new ones. The resulting wine shows nice but subtle notes of vanilla and butter along with a pronounced brightness, freshness and crisp minerality as well as a lush mouthfeel and long finish. Look for notes of white peaches, lemony citrus, pear, and nectarines. Enjoy this wine now or age it over the next five years.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A beautiful Chardonnay, the 2013 Chardonnay Mormann Vineyard comes from the cool Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Possessing a Chablis-like flinty minerality, it has exotic tropical fruits, apple blossom and hints of green herbs to go with a medium-bodied, rich and textured feel on the palate. 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The resulting wine shows nice but subtle notes of vanilla and butter along with a pronounced brightness, freshness and crisp minerality as well as a lush mouthfeel and long finish. Look for notes of white peaches, lemony citrus, pear, and nectarines. Enjoy this wine now or age it over the next five years.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate (2013 Vintage):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A beautiful Chardonnay, the 2013 Chardonnay Mormann Vineyard comes from the cool Sta. Rita Hills AVA. Possessing a Chablis-like flinty minerality, it has exotic tropical fruits, apple blossom and hints of green herbs to go with a medium-bodied, rich and textured feel on the palate. 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It also unveils a medium mouthfeel that leads into a long finish. \u003cbr\u003e\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\t\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 18px;\"\u003e\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine (2013 Vintage):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This hits all the right notes, from the peach, melon and spice flavors to the juicy demeanor and lovely balance. Finishes long and is ready to be enjoyed. Drink now through 2019. 10 cases imported.\" — BS (Web Only - 2016)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine (2013 Vintage):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This is no basic white Burgundy. With balanced wood aging and ripe fruit, it is rich and full in the mouth. It has tense acidity as well as an almost honeyed character. 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Approximately half of their holdings are situated around their hometown of Meursault, with their parcels of Bourgogne surrounding the home and winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThough they are best known for their Chardonnay, they also bottle six exquisite Pinot Noirs. No clones of any kind are planted - an absolute rarity in Burgundy, where cold, humid winters, spontaneous springtime hail storms, and harvest rains all make farming a challenge. Once in the cellar, vinifications are long and traditional, with extended lees contact. This extra time on the lees prevents oxidation and works in tandem with the terrific freshness his grapes achieve. A good proportion of new wood is used, not to influence the taste of the wine, but rather to extend the cellar-aging potential of these pedigreed wines and to serve as a clean slate for perfect fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoche believes strongly that the white wines of Burgundy should have nerve, and his are never among the ripest or highest in alcohol of his colleagues. It is their vibrant acidity, often hidden in the opulence that helps them to age so successfully and predictably. Though their bottlings are extremely limited, any chance to taste the wines of Coche-Dury promises a rare glimpse into some of the greatest vineyard management and winemaking in the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: bold; font-size: 13pt;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points - Wine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Refined and classy. Ultraclean and tightly structured white, combining some honey, deftly dosed oak, pear tart, vanilla, cream and spice. 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Each of the vineyard locations contribute to the balance and beauty of this wine –from the wind swept regions in the southern end to the cool and foggier regions in the north. The 2016 vintage was steady, producing balanced, beautiful fruit. Each vineyard showcased its characteristics in the final blend. The result is a wine with lush, bright fruit and great texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEnticing notes of citrus, Key lime and lemon cheesecake come to for a lush yet vibrant bouquet. The layered palate marries flavors of marzipan, lemon cream, citrus and brioche. Overall, the wine has great energy, acidity and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Wine Enthusiast Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This appellation wine is made from multiple single-vineyard sites. 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This is an especially nervy style, but it works well.\" - Antonio Galloni (Apr 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRobert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Scented of grapefruit, white peaches and lemon curd with touches of chalk dust, coriander seed and baking bread, the medium-bodied 2015 Chardonnay delivers plenty of uncomplicated stone fruit and citrus flavors with well-balanced freshness and good length. 728 cases produced.\" - Lisa Perrotti-Brown (27th Apr 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eJames Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This has impressive pears and apples with a chalky texture and offers a gently toasty thread on the palate, in a fleshy, drink-now mode.\" - (18 Oct, 2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Jeb Dunnuck: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The base 2015 Sonoma Coast Chardonnay is a juicy, balanced effort that gains depth with time in the glass. Buttered pineapple, lemon, and white flower notes all emerge from this medium-bodied, juicy effort. It's nicely balanced, has a layered, rich texture, and a good finish. Drink it over the coming 2-4 years.\" - Jeb Dunnuck (06\/05\/2018)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWine Spectator Magazine:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Fresh Asian pear and nectarine flavors are at the core of this medium-weight, zesty expression, which ends with a pithy citrus skin aftertaste. 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Though they are best known for their Chardonnay, they also bottle six exquisite Pinot Noirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo clones of any kind are planted; an absolute rarity in Burgundy, where cold, humid winters, spontaneous springtime hail storms, and harvest rains all make farming a challenge. Once in the cellar, vinifications are long and traditional, with extended lees contact. This extra time on the lees prevents oxidation and works in tandem with the terrific freshness his grapes achieve. A good proportion of new wood is used, not to influence the taste of the wine, but rather to extend the cellar-aging potential of these pedigreed wines and to serve as a clean slate for perfect fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCoche believes strongly that the white wines of Burgundy should have nerve, and his are never among the ripest or highest in alcohol of his colleagues. It is their vibrant acidity, often hidden in the opulence that helps them to age so successfully and predictably. Though their bottlings are extremely limited, any chance to taste the wines of Coche-Dury promises a rare glimpse into some of the greatest vineyard management and winemaking in the world.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMeursault Les Chevalires has an intense nose of toast, honey, and white flower aromas. Jean-Franois Coche-Dury, probably one of the best producers of white wines in the world, showcases the full extent of his talent with this formidably precise wine \u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eusual, as well as honey. 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Jean-Francois's wife has the surname Dury which was added to the name of the estate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eJean-Francois Coche officially retired in 2010 but there will clearly be continuity of style in the hands of his son Raphael who has been working alongside his father since 2003. There have been some changes already in the detail: the vineyards are now all ploughed, and a pneumatic press has been ordered to work alongside the old mechanical Vaslin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eThe wines are firmly crushed before pressing, which must surely be a factor in the Coche-Dury style, then fermented and matured in barrels using a relatively low percentage of new wood, not exceeding 25% except for the very top wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eA dress sewn in gold, shiny and haloed with greenish reflections. This tone intensifies with age. Its bouquet unites hawthorn, ripe grapes, almond paste, hazelnut, amber, lemongrass, green apple. Lactic (butter, hot croissant) and mineral (flint) aromas are usual, as well as honey. Body and bouquet merge in a subtle harmony: all the graces under an inflexible nature and a remarkable concentration.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Stephen Tanzer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Super-ripe yet steely peach aroma suggests the tautness of Puligny. Then sappy and intense in the mouth, with lovely tension and minerality to the sweet peach and hazelnut flavors. Linear and classic village wine but not hard. Finishes firm and very long. This really transcends the vintage.\" (9\/2011)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e91 Points - Allen Meadows' Burghound:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003e\"There is a deft touch of wood setting off the mildly exotic aromas of both notably ripe but fresh white and yellow orchard fruit aromas that display hints of Asian style tea. There is excellent concentration to the fleshy and generously proportioned medium-bodied flavors that brim with palate coating dry extract before concluding in a powerful, focused and balanced finish that delivers unexpectedly good persistence for a villages level wine on the sneaky long finish. This is a really lovely effort that despite still being on the way up could actually be enjoyed now if desired.\" (2\/19\/2014)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e90 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The 2009 Puligny-Montrachet Les Enseignres is wonderfully open. Though somewhat small-scaled, the style and character of the year are in evidence in this round, accessible wine. Sweet floral notes wrap around the radiant, ripe finish.\" - Antonio Galloni (8\/2011)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ATHERTON WINE IMPORTS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40299680268447,"sku":"","price":1397.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/Coche-DuryPuligny-MontrachetLesEnseigneres.png?v=1627945247"},{"product_id":"cocheduryenseigneres10-w","title":"Domaine Coche-Dury Puligny-Montrachet \"Les Enseigneres\" 2010 (Burgundy, France) - [ST 92+] [BH 92] [VM 90-92]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThe Domaine was established in the 1920s by Leon Coche. Some vineyard plots with established grapevines were purchased and Leon bottled some wine himself.The vineyard land was passed down to Leon's three children, with Georges Coche taking control of his share in 1964 and continuing to run the estate and purchase new vineyard land. 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There have been some changes already in the detail: the vineyards are now all ploughed, and a pneumatic press has been ordered to work alongside the old mechanical Vaslin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eThe wines are firmly crushed before pressing, which must surely be a factor in the Coche-Dury style, then fermented and matured in barrels using a relatively low percentage of new wood, not exceeding 25% except for the very top wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Stephen Tanzer:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Reticent, pure aromas of white peach, hazelnut and minerals. Densely packed and urgent but youthfully tight, showing outstanding intensity and energy for village wine. The resounding, palate-staining finish displays outstanding structure and life. From a tiny crop, this almost painfully young wine should benefit from seven or eight years in the cellar.\" (9\/2012)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Allen Meadows' BurgHound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn elegant, pure and notably floral nose also features notes of pear, white peach, green apple and a touch of wood. There is equally good purity to the racy and strikingly intense medium-bodied flavors that possess plenty of acid-buffering dry extract before culminating in a distinctly dry, clean and very saline finish that is almost painfully intense. A first-rate villages that should amply reward longer-term cellaring. 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In light of climate change, work is being completed to reduce vineyard density, with new plantings going in at 3,500 vines per hectare, down from 5,500 vines per hectare like we saw in the past. 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One can imagine the patience required at the time to allow the wines to reach their full potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Information:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVineyards: 100% Premier \u0026amp; Grand Cru: Chardonnay: Trepail, Villers Marmery | Pinot Noir: Verzenay, Mailly, Verzy, Rilly La Montagne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrape Varieties: 50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged on the lees: 32 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDosage: 7 g\/l\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisgorged: December 2018\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDrink: Now to 2030\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Full and forward nose showing a lot of fruit, ripe apples, pineapple, limes and loads of creamy custard with great balance on the palate; dried fruits apricots, dried lime and pineapple come through with nuttiness and underlying butteriness like in flaky pastry. Beautifully balanced, full and elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e93 Points -James Suckling:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This magnum bottle was disgorged in 2023 after 38 years on the lees. It’s now showing aromas of dried pineapple, cocoa, roasted chestnuts, tobacco and candied citrus, with a surprisingly fresh and invigorating palate. Delicate yet complex, with spicy gingerbread and earth character. 55% chardonnay and 45% pinot noir. Drink now.\" (Jun 2024)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quintessential","offers":[{"title":"1.5L","offer_id":41650143133855,"sku":"","price":1299.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/palmer-_-co-collection-vintage-1985-magnum_2.jpg?v=1703714148"},{"product_id":"domaine-coche-dury-bourgogne-blanc-2018-burgundy-france","title":"Domaine Coche-Dury Bourgogne Blanc 2018 (Burgundy, France)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDO NOT PUBLISH ONLINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Domaine was established in the 1920s by Leon Coche. Some vineyard plots with established grapevines were purchased and Leon bottled some wine himself.The vineyard land was passed down to Leon's three children, with Georges Coche taking control of his share in 1964 and continuing to run the estate and purchase new vineyard land. Jean-Francois Coche took over from his father Georges, on his fathers retirement in 1973. Jean-Francois's wife has the surname Dury which was added to the name of the estate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eJean-Francois Coche officially retired in 2010 but there will clearly be continuity of style in the hands of his son Raphael who has been working alongside his father since 2003. There have been some changes already in the detail: the vineyards are now all ploughed, and a pneumatic press has been ordered to work alongside the old mechanical Vaslin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eThe wines are firmly crushed before pressing, which must surely be a factor in the Coche-Dury style, then fermented and matured in barrels using a relatively low percentage of new wood, not exceeding 25% except for the very top wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e89 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMatured in 30% new oak, the 2018 Bourgogne Blanc was bottled in April and comes from vines around the maison. It has a well-defined bouquet, the oak neatly integrated. The palate is balanced with a sapid opening, good depth and a slightly tangy, straightforward yet unmistakably persistent finish. – Neal Martin (Dec 2020)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e89 Points - Allen Meadows' BurgHound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Pretty aromas are comprised by spiced apple compote and citrus confit. The delicious, intense and solidly dense middle weight flavors exude a bracing salinity on the beautifully complex and lingering finish. This is a terrific Bourgogne and absolutely recommended.\" (Jun 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KERMIT LYNCH","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41658327105695,"sku":"","price":329.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/QRoGy3cTTYCEbepMKqu7Iw_pb_x960_2eafd400-bbce-42d3-9077-faf71f1597e7.png?v=1639672677"},{"product_id":"domaine-coche-dury-meursault-2018-burgundy-france-wa-92-bh-92","title":"Domaine Coche-Dury Meursault 2018 (Burgundy, France) - [WA 92] [BH 92]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThe Domaine was established in the 1920s by Leon Coche. Some vineyard plots with established grapevines were purchased and Leon bottled some wine himself.The vineyard land was passed down to Leon's three children, with Georges Coche taking control of his share in 1964 and continuing to run the estate and purchase new vineyard land. Jean-Francois Coche took over from his father Georges, on his fathers retirement in 1973. Jean-Francois's wife has the surname Dury which was added to the name of the estate.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eJean-Francois Coche officially retired in 2010 but there will clearly be continuity of style in the hands of his son Raphael who has been working alongside his father since 2003. There have been some changes already in the detail: the vineyards are now all ploughed, and a pneumatic press has been ordered to work alongside the old mechanical Vaslin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: initial;\"\u003eThe wines are firmly crushed before pressing, which must surely be a factor in the Coche-Dury style, then fermented and matured in barrels using a relatively low percentage of new wood, not exceeding 25% except for the very top wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"While my tasting at the domaine was postponed by France's second COVID-19 lockdown, I sacrificed a bottle from my cellar to take a first look at Raphaël Coche's 2018 Meursault Village. The wine is very promising indeed, unwinding in the glass with aromas of struck match, crisp orchard fruit and citrus oil, complemented by subtle hints of praline and sesame. Medium to full-bodied, with impressive cut and tension in this often rather open-knit vintage, it's elegantly textural and nicely concentrated, with tangy acids and a youthfully chalky finish. Expect it to put on weight with some time in bottle. I'm looking forward to getting acquainted with the rest of the 2018 Coche-Dury portfolio in the near future.” – William Kelley (Jan 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Allen Meadows' BurgHound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \"A perfumed and much more floral-suffused nose speaks of white peach, lemon rind and grilled nuts. The succulent, intense and stony middle weight flavors possess a taut muscularity before terminating in a bitter lemon suffused and bone-dry finish. This too is most impressive for its level and particularly for the outstanding depth. 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Although François passed away in 2000, Bernard’s daughter, Isabelle, joins them today, assuring fans that Domaine Raveneau will continue into the next generation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVITICULTURE \/ VINIFICATION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Harvested by hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Grapes pressed gently by pneumatic press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Only indigenous yeasts are used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Juice is left to settle, and then racked off its lees into cuve to ferment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Alcoholic fermentation takes two weeks, followed by a malolactic fermentation in barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Wines are aged for 18 months in older oak barrel and feuillette (most of which comes from barrel-maker Chassin), of which a very small percentage is new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTechnical Data:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVine Age: 50 years average\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil: Kimmeridgian Limestone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVineyard Area: 2.51 ha\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Allen Meadows' BurgHound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"This is perhaps the most elegant and floral-infused wine in the range with its array of various white flower scents, especially acacia that are nuanced by wisps of ocean breeze, iodine and algae. The restrained and well-detailed flavors possess a sophisticated and refined mouthfeel while the stony and chiseled finish exhibiting excellent persistence on the bone-dry finish. This is class in a glass and a stunning rendition of the appellation though note well that at least moderate patience is strongly advised. *Outstanding*' (Nov 2020)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The Raveneaus have ten different parcels of Montée de Tonnerre, aged between 20 and 60 years' old and spread over a total of 3ha. Taut and pithy, with stony aromas and flavours that are almost Riesling-like, this is intensely stony, tangy and chiselled with mouth-watering acidity and hints of saffron and lime.\" - Tim Atkin MW (Jul 2019)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-95 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The 2018 Chablis Montée de Tonnerre 1er Cru is bright and finely cut, with tremendous energy, as the best wines from this site tend to be. Citrus peel, crushed rocks mint and white pepper add striking layers of nuance and tension. The 2018 is going to need at least a handful of years to enter its sweet spot, but it shows tremendous promise and tons of personality.\" - Antonio Galloni (Jan 2020)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - John Gilman:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"It was interesting that Maxim chose to show the Montée de Tonnerre ahead of the Butteaux this year, which I took not to be a reflection of what he felt of the relative merits of the two wines in 2018, but rather, that as Butteaux has that parcel of really old, high quality vines in it as well, it should have the place of honor and be served last amongst the premier crus. The 2018 Montée de Tonnerre is a stunning wine in the making, soaring from the glass in a complex blend of lemon, pear, beeswax, chalky minerality, a touch of straw and a topnote of dried flowers. On the palate the wine is full-bodied, beautifully-balanced and shows off great purity, with a rock solid core, snappy acids and laser-like focus and excellent grip on the very, very long and complex finish. 94+\"\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The nose has a sheen of glossy praline and almost toffee with peach and lemon-brulée notes, as well as lemon curd and mangoes. The palate has a super smooth and attractively round feel with a succulent and super slinky, utterly seductive texture. So delicious it’s crazy!\" (Jul 2019)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Montée de Tonnerre is performing well in bottle, mingling notes of crisp green apple and honeycomb with hints of oyster shell, orange oil and pastry cream. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and incisive, its ample core of fruit is girdled by bright acids, before concluding with a saline finish.\" - William Kelley (Aug 2021)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"KERMIT LYNCH","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":41761651097759,"sku":"","price":749.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/DomaineFrancoisRaveneau-2018-MonteedeTonnerreChablisPremierCru.webp?v=1776991158"},{"product_id":"2018-domaine-francois-raveneau-chablis-1er-cru-butteaux-burgundy-france-dm-95-jg-94-js-93-94-wa-92-94-vm-92-94-bh-90-93","title":"Domaine Francois Raveneau Chablis Premier Cru \"Butteaux\" 2018 (Burgundy, France) - [DM 95] [JG 94] [JS 93-94] [WA 93+] [BH 93] [VM 92]","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNotes from the Winemaker:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe most sublime and the most celebrated estate of Chablis, the wines of Domaine Raveneau are a rare find—exceptional because the vineyard holdings are almost entirely made of grand cru and premier cru fruit, painfully finite as so few are produced, outstanding because of their tremendous quality and consistency, and unusual given the modesty of the vignerons who create these world-class wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrom vine to glass, the Raveneaus continue to do things the old-fashioned way. Although François passed away in 2000, Bernard’s daughter, Isabelle, joins them today, assuring fans that Domaine Raveneau will continue into the next generation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVITICULTURE \/ VINIFICATION\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Harvested by hand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Grapes pressed gently by pneumatic press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Only indigenous yeasts are used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Juice is left to settle, and then racked off its lees into cuve to ferment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Alcoholic fermentation takes two weeks, followed by a malolactic fermentation in barrel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e• Wines are aged for 18 months in older oak barrel and feuillette (most of which comes from barrel-maker Chassin), of which a very small percentage is new\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTechnical Data:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVine Age: 45 years average\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoil: Kimmeridgian Limestone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVineyard Area: 1.49 ha\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings and Reviews\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Decanter Magazine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"More classic and Chablis-like' is how Isabelle Raveneau often describes this Premier Cru bottling, sourced from a cool, windy spot within Montmains. It's a wine that always takes a while to show at its best, showing considerable restraint and focus, a hint of new wood, wet stone and chalky mineralty and a long, tapering, leesy finish. Buy some and lay it down. Drinking Window 2022 - 2033.\" - Tim Arkin MW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - John Gilman:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe 2018 Butteaux from Domaine Raveneau is another great premier cru in the making. The youthful and pure nose wafts from the glass in a mix of lemon, apple, pear, chalky soil tones, citrus peel and beeswax. On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and fairly powerful in personality this year, with a rock solid core, excellent transparency and grip, an outstanding girdle of acidity and superb length and lift on the very long finish. First class juice in the making. (Drink between 2024-2065)\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93-94 Points - James Suckling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"This offers some very exotic aromas of green mangoes and white peaches, as well as a very fresh, lemon-curd edge and crushed stones, oyster shell and wet chalk. The palate has a strong,fresh and cool mineral core for this warmer vintage. Pastry-like density to the strongly mineral finish. Drink from 2024.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\" (Jul 2019)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93+ Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"My favorite premier cru in the range this year is the 2018 Chablis 1er Cru Butteaux, a lovely wine that wafts from the glass with aromas of citrus oil, green apple, pear, oyster shell and pastry cream. Medium to full-bodied, taut and structured, with fine concentration and chalky extract, it concludes with a mouthwateringly saline finish.\" - William Kelley (Aug 2021)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points - Vinous Media:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"The 2018 Chablis Les Butteaux 1er Cru has plenty of energy on the nose, offering scents of crushed stone and chalk, hints of fresh green apples and a touch of spice. The palate is well balanced with a superb, clean line of acidity and wonderful tension. Isabelle Raveneau remarked how well this vineyard copes with warm growing seasons due to its exposure, and you can see that in this excellent wine. Recommended.\" - Neal Martin (Sep 2020)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points - Allen Meadows' BurgHound :\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA very fresh and slightly riper is not quite as elegant and airy as the Montmains though there is excellent Chablis character and plenty of mineral reduction. The sleek if more muscular medium-bodied flavors are definitely more tightly coiled while displaying very good power and punch on the chiseled, bone dry and impressively lengthy finish. Lovely stuff that is also built to reward a decade plus of keeping.\" (Nov 2020)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KERMIT LYNCH","offers":[{"title":"750 ml","offer_id":41761821622431,"sku":"","price":589.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/14730717-1_1625690744.png?v=1642536498"},{"product_id":"jean-marc-roulot-corton-charlemagne-2019-burgundy-france-f-95-bh-93-95-vm-92-wa-91-93","title":"Jean-Marc Roulot Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru 2019 (Burgundy, France) - [F 95] [JM 93-96] [BH 93-95] [VM 92] [WA 91-93]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout the Winemaker:\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince its founding in 1930, Domaine Roulot has consistently put out some of the best (if not \u003cem\u003ethe\u003c\/em\u003e best) wines in all of Meursault. Few winemakers have mastered the purity and intensity that Guy and Jean-Marc have. As time goes on, Roulot continues to set the benchmark for top-notch white Burgundy. Here’s what importer Kermit Lynch has to say about this producer:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Guy Roulot, a legendary producer of some of the finest Meursaults, if not some of the world’s finest white wines, took his family’s small production domaine to stardom.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFollowing Guy’s untimely death in 1982, son Jean-Marc took the helm in 1989. Lynch continues:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Since then, Jean-Marc’s progress has brought even more notice to a domaine that had already enjoyed a great reputation. The wines of Domaine Roulot are now among the most sought after wines in all of Burgundy.  Jean-Marc has been successful in fine-tuning the domaine’s particular, stand-out style…Jean-Marc’s wines certainly express a certain depth and sumptuousness thanks to the appellation’s terroir, however his wines also show focus and restraint. Their elegance and amazing precision lend themselves to long aging in the cellars.” \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eViticulture \u0026amp; Vinification:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis wine comes from Jean-Marc Roulot’s négociant line of wines. It is crafted with the same meticulous attention to detail in the vineyard (organic) and cellar as his estate wines.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAll grapes are hand-harvested and selected in the vineyard, and wines are vinified, raised, and bottled in the Roulot cellars by Jean-Marc Roulot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVineyards are farmed organically\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe majority of vines are pruned in Guyot, with some in Cordon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSoils are plowed regularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYields are limited by de-budding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA rigorous sorting of the grapes follows the harvests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Falstaff:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"From purchased grapes. Yeasty, flax and polenta, subtle wood. Tres Charlemagne. Lime wort in the background. Smoky. In the mouth power, strength, a hint of reductive notes on the palate, firmly integrated and powerful, very compact and of sturdy stature, the minerality keeps the stately structure in balance. A typical Corton Charlemagne.\" (Dec 2019)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e93-96 Points - Jasper Morris, Inside Burgundy:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThis year some grapes from Hautes Mourottes have been added to the provision from Les Languettes. Not only does Jean-Marc think this makes a successful mix, but he also has 10 barrels of it! Pale lemon yellow. Sun on the stones, but the stones definitely have the upper hand, medium-plus in body, very delicious, with good tangy notes at the back, absolutely in the mineral style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e93-95 Points - BurgHound:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Here too there are petrol whiffs on the cooler aromas of green apple, various citrus, anise and elegant floral suggestions. There is impressive intensity; indeed the palate impression is borderline painful at present, to the broad-shouldered yet refined flavors that also brim with minerality and dry extract that helps to buffer the firm acid spine shaping the powerful finale. This too is built-to-age and a wine that should amply reward 12 to 15 years of it.\" (Jun 2021)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points -\u003cspan\u003e Vinous Media\u003c\/span\u003e:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"From purchased grapes from three different suppliers, the 2019 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru has a well-defined, quite mineral-driven bouquet with hints of hazelnut and apple blossom. The palate is well balanced with a saline entry and very good weight. The persistent marmalade-tinged finish has a satisfying saline aftertaste. Excellent.\" – Neal Martin (Oct 2021)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e91-93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\"The 2019 Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is promising, mingling aromas of pear and ripe citrus fruits with hints of smoke and iodine. Medium to full-bodied, layered and muscular, it remains bright and lively, concluding with a long, saline finish.\" – William Kelley (Jan 2021)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"KERMIT LYNCH","offers":[{"title":"750 mL","offer_id":41900449005727,"sku":"","price":894.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/products\/5MfQTH7JTdeDryjCCTAnxg_pb_x960_cff5b813-cb6e-43ef-8d28-1e07ae6ac77f.png?v=1645138026"},{"product_id":"acvs-talley-vineyard-chardonnay-2007-arroyo-grande-valley-san-luis-obispo-california","title":"ACVS \"Talley Vineyard\" Chardonnay 2007 (Arroyo Grande Valley, San Luis Obispo, California)","description":"\u003cp\u003eNotes From The Winemaker:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince 1997, Miura has produced Talley Vineyard Chardonnay with consistent minerality, lemon-custard flavor profile and racy acidity from this cool vineyard site in the Arroyo Grande Valley. 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