Domaine Chandon Brut California NV (2021) $19 (89 points)
Supple and sleek, with generous apple, lemon and yeast roll accents that linger on the soft finish. Drink now. 350,000 cases made.
Supple and sleek, with generous apple, lemon and yeast roll accents that linger on the soft finish. Drink now. 350,000 cases made.
A rich white, evoking yellow plum, melon and honeysuckle notes, with good underlying acidity. This is firm, turning a bit more austere on the long finish. Drink now through 2024. 6,250 cases made, 2,000 cases imported.
Ripe dark fruit and spice flavors show rich sanguine notes, with hints of mocha and dark chocolate, followed by crisp tannins on the firm finish. Drink now through 2023. 417,000 cases made.
Grassy, herbal notes mingle with fresh citrus and pear flavors on a light, crisp frame. Drink now. 19,000 cases made.
There’s a rich accent of candied orange peel, along with fresh citrus and pear flavors and a refreshing finish. Drink now. 25,000 cases made, 6,400 cases imported.
Ripe and forward, with flavors of steeped plum and blackberry preserves entangled with anise and singed apple wood notes. Ends with a juicy, tarry-edged finish. Drink now through 2022. 7,000 cases imported.
A combination of black currant and black cherry fruit and cedar and iron notes mingle in this supple red, which is balanced and juicy, with fine length. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Drink now. 9,500 cases made, 1,600 cas…