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Search Flickinger Wine Inventory
Inventory updated: Tue, Oct 16, 2018 05:05 PM cst
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Regions: USA White
Vintages: Between 2009 and 2009
| Producer |
Vint. |
Wine |
Price |
Qty |
Order |
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| Agharta |
2009 |
Cataclysm White Wine  |
$35 |
2 |
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| VM 92 (5/2012): (43% marsanne, 33% viognier and 24% roussanne, raised in two-thirds concrete eggs and the rest in French oak, 20% of which was new): Hazy yellow. Pungent pit fruit and honey aromas are underscored by dusty minerality and jasmine. Sappy peach and tangerine flavors display impressive vivacity and gain weight with air, picking up spiciness and suave florality. This rich but lively white blend finishes with a pleasing bite of bitter lemon pith and very good chewy persistence. Stephen Tanzer. |
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2009 |
Cataclysm White Wine (1.5 L) |
$75 |
1 |
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| VM 92 (5/2012): (43% marsanne, 33% viognier and 24% roussanne, raised in two-thirds concrete eggs and the rest in French oak, 20% of which was new): Hazy yellow. Pungent pit fruit and honey aromas are underscored by dusty minerality and jasmine. Sappy peach and tangerine flavors display impressive vivacity and gain weight with air, picking up spiciness and suave florality. This rich but lively white blend finishes with a pleasing bite of bitter lemon pith and very good chewy persistence. Stephen Tanzer. |
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| Alban Vineyards |
2009 |
Alban Estate Roussanne Slightly Depressed Cork |
$75 |
1 |
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| WA 90-92 (8/2011): The 2009 Roussanne comes across as quite rich and textured, with plenty of overt fruit, but less aromatic complexity and overall minerality. The vintage was the third in a series of drought years and the low - perhaps excessively low - yields are felt in the weight of the wine. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. |
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| Arcadian Winery |
2009 |
Sierra Madre Vyd. Chardonnay |
$35 |
2 |
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| VM 91 (7/2014): The 2009 Chardonnay Sierra Madre is an addition to the range. Orange jam, mint, flowers, sweet spices and honey meld together in a soft, racy Chardonnay with lovely complexity gained from 34 months in oak. Hints of butter and pastry add nuance on the finish. Antonio Galloni. |
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| Aubert |
2009 |
Larry Hyde and Sons Vyd. Carneros Chardonnay Slightly Depressed Cork |
$115 |
1 |
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| WA 95 (2/2012): The 2009 Chardonnay Hyde Vineyard comes across as rich, round and layered. Dried apricots, peaches, flowers and tangerine are some of the notes that flow from this sumptuous, well-spoken Chardonnay. The wine turns more and more delicate with time in the glass. I loved it. This is a great showing from Mark Aubert. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2021. |
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2009 |
Lauren Sonoma Coast Chardonnay |
$125 |
1 |
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WA 95 (2/2012): The 2009 Chardonnay Lauren Vineyard is one of the more understated wines in this lineup. It also shows a bit more freshness and brightness than the other 2009s. Tangerine, mint, light floral honey and spices are all beautifully layered into the detailed, nuanced finish. The French oak is better balanced here than in the Reuling, which allows the fruit to show the fullest breadth of its personality. Here, too, the finish seems to expand in every direction. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017.
WS 95 (12/2011): Ultrarich and deeply concentrated, this is intense, persistent and graceful, with layers of ripe fig, honeydew melon, anise, sage and melted black licorice. Gets more complex and interesting with every sip. Best from 2012 through 2020. 959 cases made. |
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2009 |
Lauren Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Slightly Depressed Cork |
$125 |
3 |
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WA 95 (2/2012): The 2009 Chardonnay Lauren Vineyard is one of the more understated wines in this lineup. It also shows a bit more freshness and brightness than the other 2009s. Tangerine, mint, light floral honey and spices are all beautifully layered into the detailed, nuanced finish. The French oak is better balanced here than in the Reuling, which allows the fruit to show the fullest breadth of its personality. Here, too, the finish seems to expand in every direction. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017.
WS 95 (12/2011): Ultrarich and deeply concentrated, this is intense, persistent and graceful, with layers of ripe fig, honeydew melon, anise, sage and melted black licorice. Gets more complex and interesting with every sip. Best from 2012 through 2020. 959 cases made. |
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2009 |
Reuling Vyd. Sonoma Coast Chardonnay Slightly Depressed Cork |
$125 |
1 |
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WS 95 (12/2011): Firm, tight and concentrated, with a beam of ripe pear, anise, honeydew melon, brioche and nutmeg flavors. Firms nicely, unfolding with layers of complexity. Drink now through 2018. 411 cases made.
WA 94 (2/2012): The 2009 Chardonnay Reuling Vineyard is the biggest and richest of these 2009 Chardonnays. Pastry crust, spices, tangerine and dried apricot are all woven together beautifully in this large-scaled, expressive Chardonnay. Aubert used 100% new barrels here, which comes through ever so slightly in the texture of the fruit. An exuberant, explosive finish rounds things out in style. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. |
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| Hanzell |
2009 |
Sonoma Valley Chardonnay |
$73.99 |
2 |
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VM 91 (5/2012): Pale bright yellow. Austere aromas of grapefruit pith and stone, with high notes of lavender and violet. Dense, rich, seamless and light on its feet, with pear and citrus fruit flavors given punch by a strong crushed stone element. This very young chardonnay finishes with excellent sneaky length. I happened to taste this next to a decent Corton-Charlemagne and the two wines showed more similarities than differences. Stephen Tanzer.
WS 90 (4/2012): Almost Chablis-like in its flintiness, this is intense and snappy, with a refreshing core of apple, citrus and pebble flavors. Slow to unfold but does so in a captivating manner, releasing subtle flavor nuances along the way. This wine has a great track record for being tight early and aging long. Best from 2013 through 2023. 2,074 cases made. |
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| Kistler |
2009 |
Kistler Vyd. Chardonnay |
$119 |
6 |
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| WA 96-98 (2/2011): The spectacular 2009 Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard rivals the 2009 Chardonnay Kistler Vineyard Cuvee Cathleen (a selection of the best barrels). Both of these 2009s reveal abundant aromas of buttered citrus, crushed rock, brioche, honeysuckle, orange rind and citrus oil. They are full-bodied with zesty acidity and purity and the oak is pushed well to the background. As for the drinking curve on the 2009 Chardonnays, because of their perfumed styles, I suspect they will be delicious when released in a year and evolve for 5-8 years. |
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| Medlock Ames |
2009 |
Bell Mountain Chardonnay |
$25 |
2 |
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2009 |
Bell Mountain Sauvignon Blanc |
$20 |
3 |
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2009 |
Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc (375 ML) |
$30 |
4 |
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| Rhys |
2009 |
Alpine Vyd. Chardonnay |
$99 |
2 |
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VM 94 (6/2011): Vivid yellow. Musky aromas of chamomile, pear skin, anise and iodine, with suave floral and gingerbread notes emerging with aeration. Juicy and broad on entry, then a bit tighter in the middle, offering densely packed orchard fruit flavors and notes of smoke and honeysuckle. More powerful than the Horseshoe but no less animated. This complex and tactile chardonnay boasts an intriguing interplay of ripe fruit and energetic spices. Finishes on a gently smoky note, with excellent persistence.
WA 93 (8/2011): The 2009 Chardonnay Alpine Vineyard is the most vibrant, mineral-laced of these 2009 Chardonnays. Clean, mineral notes frame the fruit all the way through to the vibrant, pointed finish. This is a terrific effort from Rhys. Bright citrus and crushed rocks frame the finish. The 2007, which I tasted alongside it, has aged gracefully. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2019. |
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2009 |
Horseshoe Vyd. Chardonnay |
$99 |
1 |
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VM 94 (6/2011): Bright yellow. Lively, assertive aromas of orange zest, jasmine, mint, iodine and smoky minerals. Pure and incisive, with energetic, mineral-accented citrus and green apple flavors that gain weight with air. Finishes with excellent clarity and spicy cut, strongly echoing the orange and iodine notes. I suspect this vivacious wine will put on weight with a few more years of bottle age. Stephen Tanzer.
WA 92 (8/2011): The 2009 Chardonnay Horseshoe Vineyard emerges from the glass with layers of sweet fruit supported by the clean vibrancy that is the hallmark of the Santa Cruz Mountains. This is an attractive, layered wine made in fairly forward, fruit-driven style. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017.
WS 90 (4/2013): A graceful, subtle and juicy style, with aromas of white flowers, ripe peach, honeysuckle and melon. Medium-weight, delicate and persistent. Drink now through 2019. |
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| Rivers Marie |
2009 |
B. Thieriot Vyd. Chardonnay |
$40 |
1 |
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| VM 90 (6/2011): (13.9% alcohol): Good deep, full gold. Candied aromas of quince, orange and honey. Honey and butterscotch flavors suggest a bit of botrytis, but a firm spine of acidity keeps the wine from cloying. This rounded out nicely with time in the glass. In fact, says winemaker/proprietor Thomas Brown, the pH of 3.35 is on the high side for this wine, which is made with natural yeasts and no lees stirring. |
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| J. Rochioli Vineyards |
2009 |
River Block Vyd. Chardonnay |
$90 |
2 |
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| WA 94 (2/2011): As for the single vineyard wines, the 2009 Chardonnay River Block comes from a vineyard situated near the Russian River planted with old Wente and Hanzell clones. Medium to full-bodied with extraordinary minerality, abundant white peach, popcorn, pear and citrus oil notes, copious fruit, zesty acidity and a refreshing, savory style, it will provide enjoyment over the next 5-6 years. |
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2009 |
South River Vyd. Chardonnay |
$95 |
2 |
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WA 95 (2/2011): The 2009 Chardonnay South River is also fashioned from the Hanzell and old Wente clones. It exhibits more roasted hazelnut and tropical fruit characteristics intermixed with a hint of peaches and a stony component that adds to the wine’s minerality. This full-bodied, floral Chardonnay should drink well for 5-6 years or longer.
VM 94 (6/2011): Greenish yellow. Smoky, leesy pear and nectarine aromas are complicated by notes of iodine and jasmine and turn spicier with air. Stony, chewy orchard fruit flavors are firmed by dusty minerality, which adds back-end cut. This is about far more than fruit, in an Old World manner. The iodine element recurs on the gripping, very long finish. I love this style of chardonnay. |
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| Sanguis |
2009 |
Ode to Sunshine Chardonnay |
$55 |
2 |
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WA 92 (8/2011): The 2009 Chardonnay Ode to Sunshine, from the Bien Nacido Vineyard, wraps around the palate with layers of tropical fruit. Despite its textural richness and volume, the wine shows plenty of acidity and fabulous overall balance. This racy, sleek wine from Sanguis is best enjoyed while the fruit is vibrant. Ode to Sunshine spent 22 months in French oak barrels, 50% new. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2015.
VM 91 (10/2011): (100% chardonnay from the Bien Nacido vineyard): Hazy gold. Wild, complex bouquet evokes pear skin, nectarine, macadamia nut and marzipan, with an oak spice note that gains strength with air. Ripe and broad but lively, with deep orchard and pit fruit flavors showing very good clarity and spiciness. Finishes long and sappy, with very good cut. |
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| Williams Selyem |
2009 |
Hawk Hill Vyd. Chardonnay |
$79 |
1 |
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| VM 91 (6/2011): Green-gold. Aromas of lemon curd and poached pear, with a hint of candied ginger. Ripe, broad and smooth in texture, with weighty orchard fruit and melon flavors that display serious heft and power, picking up a lively note of orange zest in the mid-palate. Shows very good finishing breadth and a refreshing, slightly tart bitter touch of lemon zest, which keeps the rich fruit in line. |
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| Dom. Serene |
2009 |
Clos du Soleil Vyd. Chardonnay Very Lightly Bin-Soiled Label |
$40 |
1 |
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| WA 91 (10/2011): The 2009 Chardonnay Clos de Soleil displays a perfume of minerals, poached pear, and melon. In the glass it opens to reveal a supple texture, spicy flavors, good depth and balance, and a medium-long finish. |
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| Sine Qua Non |
2009 |
On the Lam Proprietary Blend |
$169 |
9 |
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VM 94 (11/2011): (48% roussanne, 34% chardonnay and 18% viognier): Vivid gold. Intense, floral-accented scents of orange zest, pit fruit and candied ginger. Powerful and broad but surprisingly energetic, offering sappy, palate-staining citrus marmalade and peach flavors lifted by tangy acidity. A suave honey note comes up with air and carries through the long, spicy finish. Josh Raynolds.
WA 93 (8/2011): The 2009 On the Lam is a blend of 48% Roussanne, 34% Chardonnay and 18% Viognier from the Eleven Confessions and Bien Nacido vineyards. Tangerine peel, white peaches, mango, lychee and passion fruit are some of the nuances that emerge from this beautifully layered white. Weekly lees stirring gives the wine much of its depth. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2015. |
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| Marimar Torres |
2009 |
Don Miguel Vyd. La Masia Chardonnay |
$25 |
2 |
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