Winemaker's Notes
I can’t decide which vintage I prefer for this wine: 2012 or 2013. As mentioned earlier, they appear to be much like carbon copies [who remembers those?]. There’s a nice balance of perky citrus notes and apples, complicated toasty, nutty notes and a long, graceful mouth-watering finish. If pushed to differentiate, I would have to say this site presents itself with a tiny bit more of a minerally side and a slightly less ‘fruity’ note than 2012. People are often very surprised to find that this is not a coastal or Russian River Valley vineyard because of its bright acidity. After nearly 20 years of working with this site, I just simply find it typical of this fortunate location.
Judi Scherrer –
Vinous – February 2016
The 2013 Chardonnay Scherrer Vineyard is pretty, soft and nuanced throughout. Yellow orchard fruit, spice, pear and vanilla are laced together in a creamy yet understated wine endowed with grace and lovely overall balance. 90 Points. Antonio Galloni
Judi Scherrer –
California Grapevine – July 2016
Medium-light golden yellow color; attractive, baked apple aroma with tropical and buttery notes; medium-full body; fleshy, citrus and apple flavors with firm acidity and a slight creaminess in the mouthfeel; lingering aftertaste. Very highly recommended. My Score: 91 Nick Ponomareff