Sticky, sweet scents of pineapple, honey and preserved peach are an apt precursor to the intense ripeness of this honeyed ice wine. The palate oozes with butterscotch and caramel notes, yet it finishes almost dry, with a sweep of acidity that hits the palate like a blade.
— A.I.
(11/1/2012)
Floral and fruity, with hints of peach, muskmelon and quince, this concentrated Sauvignon Blanc bursts with fruity sweetness on the attack, becoming refreshingly dry and minerally on the midpalate. Lime-like acidity brightens the long, white-peach-flavored finish.
— A.I.
(11/1/2012)
Intensely tropical on the nose and palate, this off-dry Riesling shines with notes of juicy melon, papaya and peach candy, with a hint of white, waxy flower for extra flair. Brisk acidity keeps all that fruity sweetness in check, leading to a sleek, steely finish.
— A.I.
(11/1/2012)
Boisterous flower and tropical fruit aromas make for a big bouquet that penetrates deeply into the ripe, fruity palate. This is surprisingly balanced in body and alcohol for a wine with such bold presence. It finishes long, with hints of ginger, black tea and pleasantly bitter phenolics.
— A.I.
(11/1/2012)
Delicate floral notes of jasmine lead to crisp, zesty flavors of lemon, orange and spice in this crowd-pleasing wine from historic producer Hazlitt 1852. A citric and mineral edge keeps it from being too cloying, but fans of bone-dry Riesling may find this a little lush and sweet. Will pair nicely with spicy Thai dishes.
— S.K.
(2/1/2007)
Heady with characteristic scents of lychee, roses and savory spice, this dry Gewürztraminer is luscious on the palate with soft ripe melon and peach nectar notes. A hint of black tea leaf astringency helps to tame all the fruit and floral ebullience.
— A.I.
(10/1/2011)
Fragrant apple blossoms and honey perfume this deliciously fresh and fruity Sauvignon Blanc. The dry palate is full bodied with a shower of white peach flavors marked by a quirky lemongrass note and a bright lemon-lime acidity.
— A.I.
(4/1/2011)
Fragrant apple blossom and vanilla custard notes are delightful on this luxurious and balanced Chardonnay. Sweet butter and cream notes on the midpalate add weight, but are offset by brisk acidity and a spray of saline on the finish.
— A.I.
(7/1/2012)