David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.5

Some of you may know this producer. Others might be thinking could this be Steve Kerr’s - Warriors Coach and former NBA player on those great Chicago Bulls teams own label. No, it is not. It is former women’s LPGA player, Christy Kerr.

If you are not familiar with them, Christy and her Winemaker, Helen Keplinger make some outstanding wines. Helen’s resume consists of working with some of the best names in winemaking…Heidi Barrett, Kathy Joseph, Michel Rolland, and David Abreu. Since 2004, her resume also includes; Cellers Melis (Priorat), Kenzo Estate, Fort Ross, Sarocka, Scullly, Arrow & Branch, and Bryant Family Vineyards. She also makes her own wine under Keplinger Wines.

Additionally, Helen’s own label, her Keplinger 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon RDK was recently given a 💯 by Vinous Media.

As some of you know, I am not the biggest champion of California Chardonnay. There are some exceptions and this is one of them.

This is a beautiful expression of how good they can be w/o too much new oak. This is also one not to be served over chilled. I’d say around 60 degrees.

The Reserve has amazing viscosity and mouthfeel. It is slightly honeyed, vanillin, soft caramel notes, slivered almonds, lemon custard, white stone fruits, green apple, tropical melons, understated white citrus, pineapple hues, just a touch of herbaceousness, gentle minerality, yellow lilies & flowers, very round acidity, it is lush, elegant as it can get, beautifully balanced with a smooth and smartly polished finish that last nearly two-minutes.

Photos of; Christy and Helen, their tasting room which is just past and kiddy corner of the entrance to restaurant Oenotri in downtown Napa. — 4 months ago

Martine Saunier

Founder/Importer Martine's Wines

9.7

Both wines were outstanding opened by Adam Kerr — 11 years ago

garry post

9.0

gift bottle from friends, our first tasting of anything from Kerr Cellars.

An enjoyable Chardonnay, nicely nuanced, not too much oak. Apples and pears, a bit of butter scotch.

Served with cold chicken, potato, and mixed greens salad with a side of watermelon and French bread on a hot summer day. — 10 months ago

Anna Sangiacomo

9.6

The very last of the vertical and possibly the best !!! Melt in your mouth berries with no heat, amazing . Bonus, Warriors in the House with Coach Steve Kerr 🍷🏀🍷 — 6 years ago

Marissa Siegal

9.6

Great bottle from Jess Kerr — 11 years ago

Joan Ziegler

9.0

A delightful way to celebrate the Warriors win in the Finalss. NBA champs again! To Steph, Klay, Draymond,Wiggins, Poole, every Warrior & Steve Kerr! Amazing night! — 2 years ago

Ming L

9.0

Peach, pear, pomelo, kiwi, orange peel, light herbal spices fill an aromatic nose. The round acidity complements a beautifully textured palate. The 8-month in 100% French oak barrel gives the wine great structure.
Price is a bit high for a SB, but well worth it. — 3 years ago

Lewis Chester

9.3

1990 vintage in magnum. Veuve Cliquot Cave Privee Rose at Mark's Club Veuve Clicquot dinner - Pale peach in colour with good radiance. Constant stream of small bubbles. Lovely concentrated nose of red fruits and freshly cut figs. As the wine gradually opens in the glass, candied strawberries with freshly baked cherry tart rise to prominence. Very elegant across the palate with good weight and a long lingering finish. This is a big, sexy, voluptuous wine. There is nothing subtle here. Think Sophia Lauren in a sable bolero over Deborah Kerr in a lily white dress. This magnum was disgorged in 2011. 93/100. Drink now to 2030.
— 8 years ago