2003 Michael, Peter - Point Rouge
USA - California - Sonoma
Chardonnay
Still
Still
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Producer Notes
Peter Michael's estate vineyards (founded in 1982) are what make his wines truly exceptional. Sugarloaf Ranch sits high above Knights Valley in eastern Sonoma County, and from its rocky volcanic soil come the Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The Alexander Mountain Estate Vineyard, above Alexander Valley, provides additional Chardonnay. All Peter... More »
Professional Reviews
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- International Wine Cellar
- Issue
- Issue 120
Straw-gold color, the deepest of these 2003 chardonnays. Exotic, superripe aromas of pineapple, dried fruits, butterscotch and honey. Huge, fat and exotic. Initially seemed less shapely than the Cuvee Indigene but with aeration this wine showed more obvious minerality, a strong pineapple flavor and excellent acidity. Even fuller than the Cuvee Indigene and utterly seamless, with uncanny sweetness of fruit. Eighteen barrels were selected from a total of 365, then further reduced to 12.
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- Wine Advocate
A selection of the top barrels, the 2003 Chardonnay Point Rouge exhibits aromas and flavors of orange marmalade, honeyed pineapple, citrus oil, wet stones, and a touch of exotic tropical fruits (mango and papaya). This stunning Chardonnay is super-concentrated, but behaves like a ballerina in the mouth. Drink it over the next 7-8 years.
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- Wine Spectator
Sleek, elegant and refined, with a rich mix of hazelnut, pear, citrus and green apple, finishing with a long, complex aftertaste that keeps repeating the flavor themes. 307 cases made.
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2002 - $249.95 (750ml)
2001 - $219.95 (750ml)