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Tasting notes
Score 91/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, May 2005

Full yellow. Slightly reduced aromas of orange oil and lemon peel. Then firm-edged, citric and stony, with lively acidity and good floral lift giving the wine a refreshing character. Finishes dry in a positive way.

Critic scores

Critic scores
91
91/100

Average Score

92
90-93/100

Robert Parker

91
91/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

More reviews and scores

90 - 93 points
Robert Parker
Score 90-93/100 · Drink 2003-2011, Robert Parker, Dec 2003

The full-bodied 2002 Chardonnay McCrea Vineyard exhibits a distinctive composty/earthy component along with notes of liquid minerals, grapefruit, buttered citrus, and a steely, green-tinged flavor profile reminiscent of a full-bodied French Chablis on steroids. This impressive yet austere, intense Chardonnay should age nicely for 7-8 years. (Not yet released) Tel. (707) 823-5603; Fax (707) 823-6709

About the producer

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Kistler

Kistler’s Chardonnays are some of the world’s most sought-after. This cult Californian producer crafts small volumes of exceptional, rich and generous, yet mineral and precise wines. With almost the entire production sold directly to their mailing list, the wines are also incredibly hard to find.

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Grape Blend

Chardonnay

Colour

White

Taste

Dry

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