95-97 points Robert Parker: "The 2015 Chardonnay La Carrière, from Dijon and Hyde clones, exhibits exceptional minerality, great concentration, tangerine oil, marmalade and citrus blossom. White currants also make an appearance in this super-concentrated wine, which is about one-third less production than in 2014. (Oct 2016)"
95 points Lisa Perotti-Brown (Wine Advocate): "The 2015 Chardonnay la Carriere opens with a seriously intense nose of ripe peaches, lemon curd and grapefruit peel with hints of nutmeg, acacia honey, orange blossoms and buttered toast. Medium-bodied, very fine, fresh and elegant, it has a lively backbone lifting the citrus and savory flavors, finishing long and minerally. 1,946 cases were made. Drink: 2017-2027. (Oct 2017)"
95 points James Suckling: "This is a big and dense La Carriere with cooked-pear and apple character, as well as hints of lemon rind and creme brulee. Full-bodied, layered and very flavorful. Rich yet energetic. Drink or hold. (2/14/18)"
Producer notes: "Terroir-driven minerality remains the hallmark of this vineyard, with aromas of brioche, toasted almond, dry honey, white vine rose, jasmine, hazelnut and William pear. The nose is dominated by aromas of mandarin orange, acacia, hazelnut and William pear. Accents of royal jelly and vanilla complete the elegant bouquet. Citrus oils, white peach and lemon highlight the minerality. Wonderfully concentrated and elegant on the palate, the wine is sculpted, rich, intense and creamy. The 2015 La Carrière is enjoyable now and will continue to develop for a decade. 100% barrel fermented in 100% French oak. Barrel aged sur lies 11 months with weekly bâtonnage. Alcohol 14.8%."
95 points Lisa Perotti-Brown (Wine Advocate): "The 2015 Chardonnay la Carriere opens with a seriously intense nose of ripe peaches, lemon curd and grapefruit peel with hints of nutmeg, acacia honey, orange blossoms and buttered toast. Medium-bodied, very fine, fresh and elegant, it has a lively backbone lifting the citrus and savory flavors, finishing long and minerally. 1,946 cases were made. Drink: 2017-2027. (Oct 2017)"
95 points James Suckling: "This is a big and dense La Carriere with cooked-pear and apple character, as well as hints of lemon rind and creme brulee. Full-bodied, layered and very flavorful. Rich yet energetic. Drink or hold. (2/14/18)"
Producer notes: "Terroir-driven minerality remains the hallmark of this vineyard, with aromas of brioche, toasted almond, dry honey, white vine rose, jasmine, hazelnut and William pear. The nose is dominated by aromas of mandarin orange, acacia, hazelnut and William pear. Accents of royal jelly and vanilla complete the elegant bouquet. Citrus oils, white peach and lemon highlight the minerality. Wonderfully concentrated and elegant on the palate, the wine is sculpted, rich, intense and creamy. The 2015 La Carrière is enjoyable now and will continue to develop for a decade. 100% barrel fermented in 100% French oak. Barrel aged sur lies 11 months with weekly bâtonnage. Alcohol 14.8%."
| Product SKU | 329623 |
| Producer | Peter Michael |
| Country | United States |
| Region | California |
| SubRegion | Sonoma County |
| Appellation | Knights Valley |
| Vintage | 2015 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| ABV | 14.8% |
| Ships To |
