A lot going on, a little sour, complex, pretty full-bodied — 5 years ago
Bonnie’s favorite Pinot Noir, with good reason. It’s just beautiful. — 5 years ago
Very nice cab for steak night. We both think delicious. — 7 years ago
Bright acidity, notes of honey, like apple cider — 8 years ago
Fresh, lively, apple flavours maybe a bit weak on the finish but very enjoyable — 4 years ago
+2hr decant.
Nose has black cherry, plum skin, raspberry, pink rose, wet earthy aromas and touch of alcohol.
Palate has rich, tart red cherry, tart blackberry, game or grass fed meat notes, light confectionery sugar on the long finish. Acidity is high, but smooth and very enjoyable, mouthwatering.
Very impressive bottle for just under $30, value delivered. Drink now or hold for 4-6 years. It's damn tasty, remaining bottles likely will not see 2021...In this household. — 7 years ago
A very well rounded Chenin that offers plenty of mid-palate and mouthfeel without sacrificing its most pleasurable assets; piercing acid and deep minerality. Nose is citrus driven, melange of grapefruit, orange marmalade, and lemon zest. Blossoms and leaves followed by a touch of redux and funkiness. Extremely inviting. Palate is focused, lime and oro blanco draped over crushed stones and sea salt. Phenolic kick on the back end to soften the acid’s blow. Showing so well today! — 7 years ago
13’ Thomas Fogarty Damiana Vineyard Chardonnay.
TASTING NOTES ( From the Winery)
Always our most opulent Chardonnay, Damiana has vivid fruit and buttressed by intense natural acidity. Power and grace.
Orange zest, lemon/lime, hard butterscotch candy, soft creaminess to it. A splash of acid. Needs a 30/ 45 minute decanting. It’s still felt slightly short of what it will be!!
There’s no doubt this will taste better in a year. This is the current release. Will age nicely for another 8/10 years. — 8 years ago
Balanced, warm, fruity — 5 years ago
Jasmine, quince paste, spiced pear, lemon curd, pineapple sweetness, punchy. Touch of lemon pith at end, but tons of juicy acid. Creamy / lactic. Chalky minerals. Layered, delicious, weighty.
— 5 years ago
Honeyed nose but green fruit on the palate. Great mineral finish — 7 years ago
So smooth and delicious. Worth every penny. — 7 years ago
Black cherry, a little tarragon, black pepper spice and black tea. Cab franc’s usual funkiness is restrained here. — 8 years ago
Lauren
Paired with a nice Indian meal. Off dry complemented the heat and spice. — 4 years ago