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Estimate: $550
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98-100 ¡ 95
98-100 RP "The 2009 Chardonnay Point Rouge (255 cases; 15.3% alcohol) flirts with perfection. Made from a selection of the finest barrels, it boasts abundant aromas of tropical fruits, crushed rocks, quince, white currants, peaches and honeyed pears. This wonderfully perfumed, medium to full-bodied white wine should age effortlessly . . ." 95 ST "Hazy gold. High-pitched aromas of citrus zest, white flowers and quince, with deeper notes of toasty lees and honey adding power. Densely packed lemon curd and orchard fruit flavors are underscored by a zesty mineral quality and show impressive precision. The minerality dominates the long, chewy, finely etched finish, which leaves a sexy floral note behind. This should age slowly; Nic Morlet told me that he left just one cluster of grapes per chardonnay shoot in 2009 and that almost no sulfur was used to make this wine."
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98-100 RP "The 2009 Chardonnay Point Rouge (255 cases; 15.3% alcohol) flirts with perfection. Made from a selection of the finest barrels, it boasts abundant aromas of tropical fruits, crushed rocks, quince, white currants, peaches and honeyed pears. This wonderfully perfumed, medium to full-bodied white wine should age effortlessly . . ." 95 ST "Hazy gold. High-pitched aromas of citrus zest, white flowers and quince, with deeper notes of toasty lees and honey adding power. Densely packed lemon curd and orchard fruit flavors are underscored by a zesty mineral quality and show impressive precision. The minerality dominates the long, chewy, finely etched finish, which leaves a sexy floral note behind. This should age slowly; Nic Morlet told me that he left just one cluster of grapes per chardonnay shoot in 2009 and that almost no sulfur was used to make this wine."
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
A large, geographically varied California region producing cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay near the coast and richer Zinfandel and Cabernet inland. Its wines range from elegant to bold.
The world's most versatile white grape, producing everything from steely Chablis to rich, oaked whites. Its neutrality makes it a mirror of terroir and winemaking, and the foundation of white Burgundy and Champagne.