510, 2011
Three Tedeschi Wines Score 92 – 93 Points
TEDESCHI Amarone della Valpolicella Classico 2007 - Score: 93 Country: Italy Region: Veneto Issue: Oct 31, 2011 There's a sanguine edge to this firm red, with a streak of [...]
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Pale gold color. Smoky mineral citrus aromas. Subtle minerality and delicate oak note. Good grip. Well-structured and well -balanced and unctuous. Very fine aromas. Well-shaped acidity and delicate oak note. Refreshing finish. - A platinum-golden hue with greenish tints offers bright and illuminated aromas of citrus blossom, hints of jasmine and baked fruits of Asian pear and Golden Delicious apple, and white peach, followed by light hints of toasted hazelnut and toffee. The palate is richly textured and full throttle with layers of guava, honey dew melon, apricot and finish offers a subtle saline minerality.
- Straw yellow and packed with brisk acidity, this Alexander Valley Chardonnay boasts aromas of fresh-cut lemongrass, chopped pineapple and ripe Asian pear. The rich palate features flavors of golden apricot, tropical mango and sliced peach. The tart finish lingers along with flavors of grapefruit, lime and a welcoming minerality. Enjoy with grilled Alaskan salmon or pan-seared Mahi Mahi.
- Offers fresh notes of citrus blossoms and sweet hints of Lemon bars right up front. More nuanced character is expressed as the wine unfolds showing ripe pineapple, white peach, vanilla spice, marzipan, and a flinty gun powder minerality.
- Shows beautiful aromas of freshly cut pears, citrus zest, and sweet vanilla. As the wine begins to open up, more delicate floral notes, light clove and spice, and even flinty mineral qualities show through. The mouthfeel is round and full showing the wines amazing concentration and presence on the palate.
- Pale gold. A waxy nose with subtle, cream-covered, pineapple. The nose slowly evolves a faint butterscotch edge. The density and balance when coupled with the acidity is rather good. It's not entirely subtle but there is more than a hint of refinement. There's even a lingering creamy edge to the nut-infused finish.
- Aromatically, there are discreet pear flavors combined with a touch of fresh almonds and mint. The palate is finely balanced with a wonderful round texture and excellent length.
- White Monthelie is a close cousin of Mersault. The wine is dressed with beautiful gold highlights, it evokes soft vanilla accents, Hawthorne flowers and has flavors of apple and fresh hazelnut. Mellow on the mouth with a perfect balance of acidity .
- Beautiful clear color with golden highlights, this chardonnay exalts a free fruit and mineral, ripeness. It is very well rounded and balanced. Enjoy with white meat, sea bream baked or poached sole and asparagus .
- A lovely full bodied wine with fruity bold and fresh flavors. Goes well with grilled fish, an entrée quiche or an omelette.
- Crisp, dry Chardonnay with hints of grapefruit, apples, and vanilla (from French oak) with a smooth, long full finish while still retaining the aroma and flavors of the Chardonnay grape.
- This 100% Lewis Estate Chardonnay perfectly balances the clean, fruit-forward characteristics of a stainless steel fermentation with the creamy texture of a barrel fermentation. Opening hints of lemon, graham cracker and pure vanilla assure an elegant entry on the palate. Notes of apple, pear and a fleeting flintiness mid-palate lead to a lingering, smooth finish. Enjoy now or lay down, if you can wait!.
- A generous style, brimming with Gala apples, Asian pears and fresh pineapple the wine achieves a lively balance with penetrating acidity. Aromas of toasted Hazelnuts and fresh baked bread are followed by a hint of caramelized sugar, infusing a Crème Brule like character. A big mouthful of flavor finishing with a zesty tangerine tartness keeps you coming back for more. Enjoyable in its youth, this unique Chardonnay will age gracefully for many ye
- Explosive tropical fruit flavors that are the hallmark of Monterey Chardonnays, particularly ripe pear, pineapple, and citrus flavors with an undertone of minerality. Just a hint of oak and vanilla add to the lush and long mouthfeel. Clean, pure and graceful. 100% estate fruit.
- Clean and pure with notes of kiwi, guava and pineapple and a touch of vanilla; hint of creaminess; wonderful value.
- Straw yellow wine with a perfume of fruity freshness, it is fine and distinctive. Dry in taste full bodied it is harmonious and persistent and has a hint of residual sugar.
- This wine is produced from some of California's most historic growing region. This light, refreshing white wine displays aromas and flavors of pineapple and citrus.
- Tropical notes, bright acidity, caramelized pineapple, honey, vanilla, soft oak nuances, 100% barrel fermented and 100% malo-lactic fermentation yield a wine that will develop with rich lushness over the coming year.
- Imaginative, optimistic and harmonious. With its delicate citrus and vanilla-oak flavors, made in a pleasing style that will appeal to lovers of fruit-led Chardonnay, Hill&Dale Chardonnay is the ideal accompaniment to a lazy lunch or the exhalation of a long day.
- A slight minerality compliments the crisp green apple finish. Pair this Chardonnay with grilled chicken and seafood, or with a garlic and olive oil pasta.
- Cecil De Loach has been farming Russian River Valley Chardonnay for over 30 years and was among a small group of vintners that helped define this valley as a premier Chardonnay region