The wood aging gives this wine a smooth, velvet texture, the toast lying easily over the fresh fruit that is hallmark of Renaud wines. It is finely balanced, a lively wine that has been rounded out well by the wood.
— R.V.
(5/1/2010)
There is a good mineral character here, a steely edge to the ripe apricot and yellow plum flavors. The wine has enough acidity to maintain its fresh side, and a fine lift on the finish.
— R.V.
(5/1/2011)
There is a fine touch of minerality here, giving an edge to a wine that is soft, full of crisp lemon and pear flavors, followed by a bright line of acidity. For drinking now.
— R.V.
(7/1/2010)
A toasty, smoky wine, with freshening acidity, crisp green and white fruits and an attractive edge of toasty oak. The wine is lively, fresh, delicious, very poised and vibrant.
— R.V.
(5/1/2010)
The warmth of 2009 gives a wine that is open, soft, generous in character. It misses out on much depth of flavor, although it does have some spice and light acidity.
— R.V.
(5/1/2011)
Rounded wine, very soft. The ripeness of the fruit is very apparent and fits with its almond and peach flavors and its acidity brings an attractive final tang.
— R.V.
(5/1/2011)