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Awards & Reviews for 2007 Liebeler Vineyard Chardonnay
Reviews:
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Palate Press (July 21, 2010): This single vineyard Chardonnay shows clear effect of the 40% new French oak, but wood complements rather than overwhelms. Pear, apple, honeydew melon and some tart pineapple are joined by caramel, smoke, and a surprising kick of white pepper. This would be a perfect pairing with Flounder Francese with Toasted Almonds, Lemon and Capers. Click here for more information.
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- Connoisseur’s Guide (October 2009): There is no shortfall of either weight or substance here, and the presence of plentiful oak and the hints of biscuitty, bread-shop sweetness are to be counted as plusses, but the wine’s limited fruit fights without entire success against the heat and ongoing coarseness. 85 points
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E-Zine on Wine, Mark Squires (July/August 2009): This bottling (234 cases, $35), as opposed to the Biagini reviewed this issue, is more Burgundian in style. There is a touch of oak up front (it had 50% new), but it is bright and elegant, with a nice, lingering finish and a sometimes serious demeanor. This lacks the depth of the Biagini, and it is more austere. Overall, it is quite charming, though. As with the Biagini, it shows some alcohol (14.5) occasionally, but it is not particularly intrusive. 87 Points
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Awards:
- 2009 Santa Cruz Mountains Commercial Wine Competition: Best Santa Cruz Mountains White, Best Chardonnay, Double Gold Medal, 91 Points
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