Fruit comes from the coolest coastal parts of this appellation, linked by the influence of the Pacific’s cool marine air, which delays ripening. Ruby with rich berry fruit, citrus and floral spice. On the palate, strawberry and cherry, tangy, with cedar notes and earthy tones. Bright acidity, soft expressive tannins, long finish ending with mineral and cedar spice. Very nice, drink now & over next 5 years. — 4 years ago
Light, bright, delicate and dreamy. — 6 years ago
2016 Leo Steen Chenin Blanc, sandy Loamy soil, high natural acidity. Aged in steel tanks followed by 4 mos of barrel aging in neutral oak. — 7 years ago
Probably one of the better Chards from Gary Farrell. Buttah factor = 6.5. This wine has lots of honeysuckle on the nose. Getting some butter, but not as much as the palate would indicate. This wine is big on the front. Glycerine and butter initially but goes to honey and melon and a little mango. There was a semi tart to the back. Wine finishes a bit short and much more crisp than the front. Overall a very enjoyable chard. — 8 years ago
Was pretty unimpressed upon opening, but really came to life in an unexpected way the next day. Fresh leather, spiced cherry, star anise, sweet dirt, cedarwood, truffle, black licorice candy. Rich and long on the palate, with a bit of jamminess- from the Syrah undoubtedly. — 9 years ago
Bit thin and candyish on opening. Actually got better on day two. — 10 years ago
Very nice! Kind of a cross of Oregon and Sonoma Coast... — 11 years ago
Vancouver Chef's meet Grapes. — 12 years ago
Same comments as previously. This wine is fantastic! — 4 years ago
Lovely Pinot, but nothing out of the ordinary — 4 years ago
Outstanding! This is a fantastic example of what can be done in Michigan. Full as dry with smoothness. A must drink in the summer. — 5 years ago
More advanced than expected for its age. Sarsaparilla. Black cherry. I think I preferred it two years ago as a youngster. — 7 years ago
Light, bright and beautiful! — 7 years ago
Nice head, cloudy orange, hoppy and with a.strong backbone good balance, Smooth. — 9 years ago
Delicious strong jammy, bitter chocolate and oak/vanilla notes. A fabulous bottle of wine. Serve slightly below room temperature — 9 years ago
Juicy berries (but not terribly fruity), spices, veggies, milk chocolate?? 2nd time drankin, 1st was at WD~50 — 10 years ago
Butter Butter Chicken Dinner! — 11 years ago
Amazing! Just as good as chateau Fontaine — 4 years ago
Flat finish but nice acidity and flavor. Would drink again. — 6 years ago
Tropical with merange, light lime, guava, lychee, and grassy undertones - wet rock minerality and a round plush mouthfeel backed by lively acidity and a mouth watering finish — 7 years ago
Just bangin'. — 8 years ago
Lychee gummies & scuppernong skins - delightful — 9 years ago
Mmm...somehow balancing the best fruit and tension of Italian reds... — 11 years ago
Really lovely blend of 10 different grapes. Lots of purple flowers and pepper. — 12 years ago
Randall Brater
Well, this is a remarkable bottle. Stunning that a 2019 pinot has such depth and complexity. A great bottle. — 4 years ago