14 Wine Reviews Found

  • Aromatics: Pineapple
98 Points

Domaine Rene Lequin-Colin Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Les Vergers 2020

The Vergers 1er Cru 2020 impresses from the start with flashy aromas of gardenia and fresh pineapple. Sensational notes of fresh fruit (honey crisp apple, lemon zest) combine with creamy oak for a virtually irresistible bargain compared to pricier Burgundy neighbors in Chassagne. The spicy finish bodes well for aging if you are patient. This...

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98 Points

Adversity Chardonnay 5 Wells 2020

This new Chardonnay discovery is outrageously delicious, reminding us of the finest Peter Michael or Aubert bottlings (before they were famous). The bold fruit is simultaneously gloriously refreshing, crisp, and lingering on the palate thanks to the overall balance. Captivating notes of honey-crisp apples, tropical fruit and Hawaiian macadamia nuts come alive on the front...

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Rochioli Estate Chardonnay RRV 2018
96 Points

Rochioli Estate Chardonnay RRV 2018

This is simply hypnotic in its grandeur! Tom Rochioli arguably grows the best fruit in Russian River Valley, and it’s outstandingly well-shown in this 2018 Chardonnay. Rich and intense, with a concentration of sumptuous, refreshing flavors including citrus oil, nectarine, golden pineapple, cinnamon and toasted hazelnut. All delight the palate with superb balance and gorgeous...

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Shafer Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch 2018
96 Points

Shafer Chardonnay Red Shoulder Ranch 2018

Year in year out Shafer consistently delivers silky smooth Chardonnay guaranteed to impress California white wine devotees. This 2018 Red Shoulder Ranch is another winner featuring a plethora of delicious fruit flavors including fresh pineapple, nectarine, ripe apricot, pear, mango, tangerine and honeysuckle, yet so refreshing and dense with minerality on the finish. Bravo.

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