A label new to me I bought at a Downs Club tasting. A little funk on the nose with almonds and under ripe stone fruit. Impressive if not a little light on the palate with the nose carrying through on to the palate. On the 2nd day this had filled out finishing with a saline minerality. Medium plus intensity and length. Proves once again that the Adelaide Hills is an exceptional area for Chardonnay - think Shaw and Smith M3 Chardonnay. — 3 years ago
Beautifully balanced — 5 years ago
Dark ruby. Aromatic blend of red cherries, raspberries, mocha, baking spices, and hints of loamy earth and rose petals. On the palate, it’s a heavyweight, fruit driven Pinot with the density, alcohol, and persistence one would expect from producers like Bevan and Kosta Browne. It’s sourced from a vineyard planted to Dijon clones. Although sure to thrill fans of big Pinot, it’s a bit over the top. — 7 years ago
Love this blend — 2 years ago
One of my absolute favorites. Ripe fruits with a hint of spice and a structured finish. On the liter side for a petite Syrah, almost refreshing. A great wine to share, as it is very easy to drink. Let it sit 30 min before drinking. — 4 years ago
Woody notes like woah — 5 years ago
Really good blend — 6 years ago
It's a rosé Zinfandel but is almost as sweet as a dessert wine — 6 years ago
Nice redfruit aromas and flavors, floral, still just a bit of tannic structure, medium-long finish, solid Oregon Pinot. — 2 years ago
Brian Brakesman winemaker. Supple and smooth, slight vanilla, lush blackberry, subtle spice from old-vine Zin. Perfection to drink 2016 in 20121. — 4 years ago
[Tasted on April 2, 2021 at Home]
Blend of Pinot Noir fruit from Dundee Hills sub-AVA, Eola-Amity Hills sub-AVA and Shea Vineyard in Yamhill-Carlton sub-AVA. Black raspberry and blueberry fruit with orange zest, cinnamon and chalky mineral notes on the finish. — 5 years ago
Great nose and color. At almost 5 years old features smoothed Tannins. Dry but not overly so. Nicely done. August 2020. — 5 years ago
Crisp. Delicious. — 6 years ago
Dark cherry. Bold fruit. — 8 years ago
Seth Masterson
This is some great Alexander Valley Chard;
Aromatic, both rounded and sharp on the palette, crisp but fruity acid and a decent finish. I think it could age well - become more rounded while retaining that acid and improve on the finish. — 10 months ago