2002 Highly Rated California Chardonnay, 6-bottle Horizontal Chardonnay

2002 Aubert Quarry Vineyard Chardonnay

750ml

RATINGS

95Robert M. Parker Jr.

...exhibits wonderful sweet, lemon/lime-like notes along with hints of nectarines and crushed rocks. Opulent, full-bodied, and fleshy, with hints of tropical fruit...

...Nose dominated by candied lime peel..concentrated flavors of crystallized yellow plum, apple and pear..note of orange peel. Superripe, chewy and deep..seemed to grow purer and brighter as it unfolded in the glass. Very long and strong...

92Wine Spectator

A rich and concentrated Chardonnay that's marked by an elegant mouthfeel and lots of ripe, spice pear, fig and hazelnut flavors. Deftly balanced, with lively acidity, it unfolds gracefully, leading to a long, silky aftertaste.--

PRODUCER

Aubert

Aubert Wines produces what many consider California’s first “cult Chardonnay.” Mark Aubert is the owner and operator of the Calistoga-based winery, and his single-vineyard Chardonnays are regularly compared to Grand Cru Burgundies. Aubert, who grew up in Napa Valley and worked as the winemaker for Peter Michael and Colgin, bought seven acres of Chardonnay vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA in 2000. Since then he has also planted Pinot Noir in western Sonoma County. Robert M. Parker Jr. has written that “it is hard to find better Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs than those created by Mark Aubert under his Aubert label.” Production is extremely limited and the Aubert wines are generally available only through the winery’s mailing list.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma County

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.

VINTAGE

2002 Aubert Quarry Vineyard Chardonnay

354 cases produced

1 bottle Per Lot

2002 DuMOL Isobel Chardonnay

750ml

RATINGS

95Robert M. Parker Jr.

...exhibits wonderful sweet, lemon/lime-like notes along with hints of nectarines and crushed rocks. Opulent, full-bodied, and fleshy, with hints of tropical fruit...

94Stephen Tanzer

...Nose dominated by candied lime peel..concentrated flavors of crystallized yellow plum, apple and pear..note of orange peel. Superripe, chewy and deep..seemed to grow purer and brighter as it unfolded in the glass. Very long and strong...

92Wine Spectator

A rich and concentrated Chardonnay that's marked by an elegant mouthfeel and lots of ripe, spice pear, fig and hazelnut flavors. Deftly balanced, with lively acidity, it unfolds gracefully, leading to a long, silky aftertaste.--

PRODUCER

Aubert

Aubert Wines produces what many consider California’s first “cult Chardonnay.” Mark Aubert is the owner and operator of the Calistoga-based winery, and his single-vineyard Chardonnays are regularly compared to Grand Cru Burgundies. Aubert, who grew up in Napa Valley and worked as the winemaker for Peter Michael and Colgin, bought seven acres of Chardonnay vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA in 2000. Since then he has also planted Pinot Noir in western Sonoma County. Robert M. Parker Jr. has written that “it is hard to find better Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs than those created by Mark Aubert under his Aubert label.” Production is extremely limited and the Aubert wines are generally available only through the winery’s mailing list.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Russian River Valley

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.

VINTAGE

2002 DuMOL Isobel Chardonnay

354 cases produced

1 bottle Per Lot

2002 Kongsgaard Chardonnay

750ml

RATINGS

95Robert M. Parker Jr.

...exhibits wonderful sweet, lemon/lime-like notes along with hints of nectarines and crushed rocks. Opulent, full-bodied, and fleshy, with hints of tropical fruit...

94Stephen Tanzer

...Nose dominated by candied lime peel..concentrated flavors of crystallized yellow plum, apple and pear..note of orange peel. Superripe, chewy and deep..seemed to grow purer and brighter as it unfolded in the glass. Very long and strong...

92Wine Spectator

A rich and concentrated Chardonnay that's marked by an elegant mouthfeel and lots of ripe, spice pear, fig and hazelnut flavors. Deftly balanced, with lively acidity, it unfolds gracefully, leading to a long, silky aftertaste.--

PRODUCER

Aubert

Aubert Wines produces what many consider California’s first “cult Chardonnay.” Mark Aubert is the owner and operator of the Calistoga-based winery, and his single-vineyard Chardonnays are regularly compared to Grand Cru Burgundies. Aubert, who grew up in Napa Valley and worked as the winemaker for Peter Michael and Colgin, bought seven acres of Chardonnay vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA in 2000. Since then he has also planted Pinot Noir in western Sonoma County. Robert M. Parker Jr. has written that “it is hard to find better Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs than those created by Mark Aubert under his Aubert label.” Production is extremely limited and the Aubert wines are generally available only through the winery’s mailing list.

REGION

United States, California, Napa Valley

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.

VINTAGE

2002 Kongsgaard Chardonnay

354 cases produced

1 bottle Per Lot

2002 Martinelli Charles Ranch Chardonnay

750ml

RATINGS

95Robert M. Parker Jr.

...exhibits wonderful sweet, lemon/lime-like notes along with hints of nectarines and crushed rocks. Opulent, full-bodied, and fleshy, with hints of tropical fruit...

94Stephen Tanzer

...Nose dominated by candied lime peel..concentrated flavors of crystallized yellow plum, apple and pear..note of orange peel. Superripe, chewy and deep..seemed to grow purer and brighter as it unfolded in the glass. Very long and strong...

92Wine Spectator

A rich and concentrated Chardonnay that's marked by an elegant mouthfeel and lots of ripe, spice pear, fig and hazelnut flavors. Deftly balanced, with lively acidity, it unfolds gracefully, leading to a long, silky aftertaste.--

PRODUCER

Aubert

Aubert Wines produces what many consider California’s first “cult Chardonnay.” Mark Aubert is the owner and operator of the Calistoga-based winery, and his single-vineyard Chardonnays are regularly compared to Grand Cru Burgundies. Aubert, who grew up in Napa Valley and worked as the winemaker for Peter Michael and Colgin, bought seven acres of Chardonnay vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA in 2000. Since then he has also planted Pinot Noir in western Sonoma County. Robert M. Parker Jr. has written that “it is hard to find better Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs than those created by Mark Aubert under his Aubert label.” Production is extremely limited and the Aubert wines are generally available only through the winery’s mailing list.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Sonoma Coast

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.

VINTAGE

2002 Martinelli Charles Ranch Chardonnay

354 cases produced

1 bottle Per Lot

2002 Peter Michael La Carriere Chardonnay

750ml

RATINGS

95Robert M. Parker Jr.

...exhibits wonderful sweet, lemon/lime-like notes along with hints of nectarines and crushed rocks. Opulent, full-bodied, and fleshy, with hints of tropical fruit...

94Stephen Tanzer

...Nose dominated by candied lime peel..concentrated flavors of crystallized yellow plum, apple and pear..note of orange peel. Superripe, chewy and deep..seemed to grow purer and brighter as it unfolded in the glass. Very long and strong...

92Wine Spectator

A rich and concentrated Chardonnay that's marked by an elegant mouthfeel and lots of ripe, spice pear, fig and hazelnut flavors. Deftly balanced, with lively acidity, it unfolds gracefully, leading to a long, silky aftertaste.--

PRODUCER

Aubert

Aubert Wines produces what many consider California’s first “cult Chardonnay.” Mark Aubert is the owner and operator of the Calistoga-based winery, and his single-vineyard Chardonnays are regularly compared to Grand Cru Burgundies. Aubert, who grew up in Napa Valley and worked as the winemaker for Peter Michael and Colgin, bought seven acres of Chardonnay vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA in 2000. Since then he has also planted Pinot Noir in western Sonoma County. Robert M. Parker Jr. has written that “it is hard to find better Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs than those created by Mark Aubert under his Aubert label.” Production is extremely limited and the Aubert wines are generally available only through the winery’s mailing list.

REGION

United States, California, Sonoma, Knights Valley

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.

VINTAGE

2002 Peter Michael La Carriere Chardonnay

354 cases produced

WINEMAKER

Luc Morlet

1 bottle Per Lot

2002 Ramey Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay

750ml

RATINGS

95Robert M. Parker Jr.

...exhibits wonderful sweet, lemon/lime-like notes along with hints of nectarines and crushed rocks. Opulent, full-bodied, and fleshy, with hints of tropical fruit...

94Stephen Tanzer

...Nose dominated by candied lime peel..concentrated flavors of crystallized yellow plum, apple and pear..note of orange peel. Superripe, chewy and deep..seemed to grow purer and brighter as it unfolded in the glass. Very long and strong...

92Wine Spectator

A rich and concentrated Chardonnay that's marked by an elegant mouthfeel and lots of ripe, spice pear, fig and hazelnut flavors. Deftly balanced, with lively acidity, it unfolds gracefully, leading to a long, silky aftertaste.--

PRODUCER

Aubert

Aubert Wines produces what many consider California’s first “cult Chardonnay.” Mark Aubert is the owner and operator of the Calistoga-based winery, and his single-vineyard Chardonnays are regularly compared to Grand Cru Burgundies. Aubert, who grew up in Napa Valley and worked as the winemaker for Peter Michael and Colgin, bought seven acres of Chardonnay vineyards in the Sonoma Coast AVA in 2000. Since then he has also planted Pinot Noir in western Sonoma County. Robert M. Parker Jr. has written that “it is hard to find better Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs than those created by Mark Aubert under his Aubert label.” Production is extremely limited and the Aubert wines are generally available only through the winery’s mailing list.

REGION

United States, California, Napa Valley, Carneros

Sonoma County is not an AVA, but it is a commonly used informal designation for wines made outside of more specific AVAs within Sonoma, which is a large wine producing region just west of Napa Valley. Though Sonoma is often overshadowed by its glamorous neighbor Napa Valley, it has a long history of wine production. The area specialized in jug wine until the mid-20th century, when Sonoma producers took a cue from Napa and started improving quality. Unlike Napa, where Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Sonoma specialized in Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Zinfandel, though excellent Cabs are produced too. There are at present 16 AVAs within Sonoma County, and, like much of the West Coast of the United States, new AVAs are created in Sonoma County with regularity. Some Sonoma appellations, such as the Russian River Valley, are renowned for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

TYPE

White Wine, Chardonnay

This white variety originated in Burgundy, but is now grown around the world. Its flexibility to thrive in many regions translates to wide flavor profile in the market. Chardonnay is commonly used in making Champagne and sparkling wines.

VINTAGE

2002 Ramey Hyde Vineyard Chardonnay

354 cases produced

2002 Highly Rated California Chardonnay, 6-bottle Horizontal

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