Taster’s Notes:

“Big wine, dark purple, concentrated, big nose of sugar, burnt oak and vanilla with flavor profile of some mocha, raisins, figs and oak.”

Rating: 93 Points (Vinous)

Vineyard Notes:
“The 2017 Chardonnay The Estate Vineyard is fabulous, and also one of the very finest values in California wine. In 2017, I am especially impressed by the wine's energy and tension, both of which are remarkable given the hot, dry conditions that marked so much of the year. Dried apricot, flowers and mint are all nicely delineated in this vibrant, super-expressive Chardonnay from Hansel.”

Vineyard Notes: “Steacy Ranch was one of the first vineyards planted on St. George rootstock in Lodi, which has since become the gold standard for Zinfandel in California. Hailing from 1907, the Zinfandel vines in this sandy-soiled vineyard are interspersed with Grenache, Carignane, and Mission varieties as well, all common bedfellows in these classic old California vineyards.”

Rating: 92 Points (Jeb Dunnuck)

Winemaker’s Tasting Notes:

"Deep garnet color, black cherry and plum fruit aromas, pepper spice and toasted oak. Ripe cherry fruit entry, medium-full bodied, rich tannis with lively acidity with a long spicy finish." (12/18)

Rating: 93 Points (James Suckling)

“Succulent, juicy and fresh red-cherry aromas in a pure, refined style. There’s attractive, sinewy, typical pinot flesh and tannins on the palate that make for a compelling offering. Long and focused.”

Rating: 92 Points (Vinous Media)

“One of the hidden gems here and a relatively recent addition to the range, the 2017 Petite Syrah (Napa Valley) is powerful and distinctive. Sweet red cherry, plum, iron, grilled herbs, chocolate and leather all come together in the glass. Today, the 2017 feels a bit heavy. Hopefully aging will take care of at least some of that.”