Auteur Chardonnay Sonoma Coast Durell Vineyard 2012

94 points Robert Parker: "The 2012 Chardonnay Durell Vineyard was made from the Old Wente clone, and spent time in 33% new oak. It reveals lots of poached pear, honeysuckle, and caramelized citrus characteristics, ripe acidity, medium to full body, and beautiful density as well as richness. The most opulent and lavishly constructed of these four Chardonnays... (Dec 2014)"

92 points Wine Spectator: "Offers pure, ripe, juicy white peach, nectarine and floral-honeysuckle touches, gaining weight, depth and richness, and ending with a long and persistent finish. 225 cases made. (2/28/15)"