Tasted at cellar temp and as it warmed. Bright, deep yellow/gold. Fresh nose of citrus marmalade, lanolin and a touch of coconut. Soft but lifted palate impression leads to flavors of simmered exotic citrus, green fruits--all gently wrapped in sexy oak. Very long and persistant on the finish, this is a remarkable New World take on a top White Bordeaux. Although it saw 100% new oak, it wears it well. At 17 years old this is really hitting its stride. Not a hint of oxidation. Drink now through 2022.
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1/12/2018 - jfagan Likes this wine: 93 Points
Tasted at cellar temp and as it warmed. Bright, deep yellow/gold. Fresh nose of citrus marmalade, lanolin and a touch of coconut. Soft but lifted palate impression leads to flavors of simmered exotic citrus, green fruits--all gently wrapped in sexy oak. Very long and persistant on the finish, this is a remarkable New World take on a top White Bordeaux. Although it saw 100% new oak, it wears it well. At 17 years old this is really hitting its stride. Not a hint of oxidation. Drink now through 2022.
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5/8/2015 - finewinebuff57 wrote: 92 Points
Generally around 2/3 Sauvignon Blanc and 1/3 Semillon. Just as my December 2014 note. 6 months on still in remarkable and delicious condition. Bravo
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12/16/2014 - finewinebuff57 wrote: 92 Points
Last tasted in September 2011 and three years on this is still in outstanding condition. Rich (but not cloying) long and well defined. Excellent.
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2/3/2014 - Acohen Likes this wine: 89 Points
Nice balance, stone fruit and minerality
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12/22/2013 - Acohen Likes this wine: 89 Points
Nice balance with minerals and stone fruit
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