"...displays great minerality, notes of honeysuckle, orange marmalade, poached pear, and white flowers as well as a touch of quince. A wine of great intensity, yet incredibly ethereal elegance, this light greenish gold-colored wine is full-bodied, stunningly rich, and altogether remarkable. When you consider that they use 100% new French oak and 100% heavy toast for both their Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs, it is remarkable how little oak appears in these wines..."(100pts RP)

Vintage 2012, Marcassin, Marcassin Vineyard, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, 2-0.5cm (2 750 ml)