Hahn Estate 2016 S.L.H. Pinot Noir - 90pts

Hahn Estate 2016 S.L.H. Pinot Noir (Santa Lucia Highlands) Monterey - California

Availability: Costco
Cost: $17.99-21.99 USD
Alcohol: 14.5%
Date Tasted: February 18th, 2018
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Tasting Notes: Juxtaposed cool-berry and ripe cherry aromas mingle on the appealing nose with added notes of cola and vanilla spice. An easy-to-love palate follows with a touch of residual sugar adding volume and carrying the bright, raspberry and spicy plum flavours. Earth, spice and oak notes linger on the moderate-plus finish. Drink now-2021.
 - Liam Carrier ©copyright 2018 IconWines.ca

Hess Select 2009 Chardonnay - 85pts

Hess Select 2009 Chardonnay (Monterey) California

Availability: BCLDB stores
Cost: $17-20
Alcohol: 13.5%
Date Tasted: February 2nd, 2012

Tasting Notes: A solid California Chardonnay with a full, juicy and tangy palate of popcorn, pineapple, green apple, river stones and big, oaky characters. The nose is a bit muted - you won't be patiently sniffing and appreciating the developing bouquet, but you will have a satisfied mouth and so will the guests you serve this to over dinner. Pair with a hearty, mushroom risotto. Drink 2012-2015.
 - Liam Carrier ©copyright 2012 IconWines.ca