On the nose I get lovely aromas of baked yellow apple, ripe pear, melon, and subtle hints of vanilla and lime peel. There's also a slight touch of mineral/chalk underlining the fruit elements that adds to the complexity.
On the palate the wine shows flavors of caramel apple pie, soft citrus, and nectarine. It's soft and luxurious, but then finishes neatly with a nice dose of acidity. This wine completely exemplifies the style I think proprietor and winemaker Gary Farrell is searching for with Alysian.... that is superbly balanced wines that express the true character of the grape variety and vineyard location. This wine will please the classy connoisseur and grace the dinner table perfectly. What it's not.......is exactly what it's meant to be. 92 points
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2 comments:
Great stuff. Thanks for this review.
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They are equally great.
The 2009 Alysian Russian River Selection Chardonnay has been really making a name in the wine industry. I always have this wine at home. One of my favorites.
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