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2003
Varner Chardonnay Bee Block Santa Cruz Mountains
(750ml)
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Producer: |
Varner Wine
varnerwine.com
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| Appellation: |
Santa Cruz Mountains - California - United States
(AVA)
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| Type: |
white
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| Varietal: |
Chardonnay
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| Maturity: |
Drink |
| Rating: |
Excellent |
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$26.00 |
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Tasting Notes:
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tasted:
May 1, 2006
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Thomas Ivey
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90 points
"Peach and nectarine notes predominate in this big mouthfull of a chardonnay. "
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rated:
January 24, 2006
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Robert Parker
erobertparker.com
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94 points
"Minerality is present in the 2003 Chardonnay B Block (606 cases), along with notes of smoky hazelnuts, sweet nectarines, and citrus oil, and a broad, full-bodied finish with lovely underlying acidity. I would not be surprised to see it age nicely for 7-8 years, although it is appealing at present.
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Best 2005-2013
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rated:
January 24, 2006
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Stephen Tanzer
wineaccess.com/expert/tanzer
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90 points
"By Stephen Tanzer
Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar, Jan/Feb 06
($38) Pale gold. Aromas of apricot, orange peel, honeysuckle and truffle; shows a distinctly carnal, exotic character. Then big, sweet and rich, with mouthfilling peach and orange flavors given shape and extended by a firm edge of acidity. A real fruit bomb of a chardonnay, with a lingering peach flavor. 90 points "
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