2012 Ma Douce Chardonnay
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The 2012 Chardonnay Ma Douce reminds me of a classic Bâtard-Montrachet produced by Michel Niellon in the mid-1980s. Lots of brioche, honeysuckle, caramelized citrus and buttery pear notes are found in this long, full-bodied, beautiful white. Ripe and full-bodied with terrific acidity as well as freshness, this cuvée comes from a vineyard planted at a 1,300 foot elevation, and was bottled with indigenous yeast fermentation and no fining or filtration. Drink now-2024.
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Deep yellow-gold. Very ripe aromas of tropical fruits, apricot, clove and brown butter, plus a hint of Calvados. Fleshy, round and rich, with a seamless texture to the deep flavors of yellow apple and iodine. Finishes lush and long, with a solid mineral base providing structural support. Chewy with extract.