Winemaker Notes
Pale yellow. Piercing lifted scents of ripe orchard fruits and floral nuances with its classic marine aromatic base layers framing the higher pitched tones. Conveys a sense of weight without heaviness. Supportive and integrated natural acids buoy the forward presence of the wine. Finishes with great length, depth and persistence with a quiet verve. A compelling example of Durell.
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Kistler Vineyards is a small winery in the Russian River Valley specializing in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Founded in 1978 on the notion that compelling wines of site can and should be made in California. Kistler has been working with their own heritage selection of Chardonnay since the mid-1980s and is known the world over as a single clone Chardonnay house. They plant one heritage selection of Chardonnay across fifteen vineyards, giving rise to eleven vineyard designate Chardonnays. Similarly, Kistler produces four Pinot Noirs; each of these wines is crafted from the two small-clustered, low-yielding clones that were imported from a Grand Cru vineyard in Burgundy, which they began propagating over 20 years ago. Geoff Labitzke, MW, is the National Director of Sales for Kistler Vineyards and will be our guide as we explore five distinct bottlings of Kistler’s highly sought-after wines.
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Domaine Lamy-Caillat was established in 2011, when Florence Lamy (daughter of René Lamy of Domaine Lamy-Pillot) and her husband Sébastien Caillat took over vineyards from an elderly neighbor in Chassagne-Montrachet. Starting with just 1.2 hectares of premier cru parcels, they envisioned a micro-domaine dedicated to artisanal winemaking, distinct from the larger-scale production of Lamy-Pillot. Sébastien, who had long been passionate about viticulture, brought meticulous attention to every stage of production—from vineyard care to bottling—emphasizing minimal intervention and precision. The domaine quickly gained recognition for its pure, terroir-expressive wines, crafted in tiny quantities. Today, Lamy-Caillat remains a “secret garden” of Burgundy, admired by collectors and connoisseurs for its uncompromising quality and authentic reflection of Chassagne-Montrachet’s limestone-rich soils.
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Pierre-Yves Colin began his career working at his family’s estate, Domaine Marc Colin, before deciding to branch out independently. In 2001, he and his wife Caroline Morey launched a small négociant business, sourcing grapes and producing wines under their own label. By 2005, they formally established Domaine Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey, combining family vineyard holdings with newly acquired parcels. Today, the domaine cultivates around 13–15 hectares of vines across prestigious appellations including Saint-Aubin, Chassagne-Montrachet, Puligny-Montrachet, Santenay, and Meursault, with production dominated by Chardonnay (over 90%) alongside small amounts of Pinot Noir and Aligoté. Known for its minimal intervention, long lees aging, and restrained use of new oak, the domaine produces wines celebrated for their purity, mineral tension, and remarkable ageing potential. Within just two decades, Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey has become a benchmark name in the Côte de Beaune, admired by collectors and critics worldwide.
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Sonoma Coast Durell Vineyard has been the source behind some of the most sought-after Chardonnay wines in California fortunate to work with two outstanding vineyard blocks that combine to make something special. This 2 lively and exotic with rich flavors, complexity and focus. We fermented in French oak barrels to produce an ex illustrates the balance and exceptional character of the vintage.
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Sojourn Cellars was founded in 2001 by two tennis friends, Craig Haserot and Erich Bradley, who shared a passion for great wine and tennis. They started with small bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon from exceptional vineyard sources. Over the years, Sojourn Cellars has grown into a boutique winery producing highly acclaimed Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Their hands-off winemaking style allows the character of the vineyard sites to shine through in the wines.
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Domaine Bernard Moreau et Fils, based in Chassagne-Montrachet, traces its roots back to 1809 when Auguste Moreau built a cellar near the Champs Gain vineyard, laying the foundation for the family’s winemaking legacy. Over the decades, Marcel Moreau expanded the vineyard holdings in the 1930s, and Bernard Moreau took over in the early 1960s, officially giving the estate his name in 1977. Since the 1990s, Bernard has worked alongside his sons Alexandre and Benoît, adopting organic and biodynamic practices to highlight terroir expression. The domaine now covers about 15 hectares, with 12 devoted to Chardonnay and 3 to Pinot Noir, producing wines from prestigious appellations including Chevalier-Montrachet Grand Cru. In 2021, the estate was divided between Alexandre, who retained the winery and cellars, and Benoît, who established his own domaine with 4.2 hectares of vines. Today, Bernard Moreau’s Chevalier-Montrachet stands as one of the estate’s most emblematic wines, celebrated for its precision, minerality, and aging potential.
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Domaine Hubert Bouzereau-Gruère & Filles is a prestigious family-run winery based in Meursault, Burgundy, founded in 1970 by Hubert Bouzereau (7th generation) and Marie-France Gruère. Combining traditional expertise from two old winemaking families, they manage 10 hectares across 6 Côte de Beaune communes, now run by daughters Marie-Laure and Marie-Anne (8th generation).
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The 2020 Domaine Buisson-Charles Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Combettes" is characterized by its elegance, focused power, and a unique stylistic profile that the estate often compares to Meursault due to its proximity to the Meursault border. Winemaker Patrick Essa notes that this cuvée delivers a "Meursault-like" richness balanced by Puligny's signature precision.
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Domaine Buisson-Charles, established in 1919 in Meursault, Burgundy, is a4th-generation family estate renowned for producing high-quality, long-aging white wines. Now managed by Patrick Essa and Catherine Buisson, the 6-hectare estate focuses on low-yield, organic-style viticulture and precise, low-intervention winemaking to express unique, old-vine terroirs.
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The 2020 Domaine Buisson-Charles Puligny-Montrachet 1er Cru "Les Combettes" is characterized by its elegance, focused power, and a unique stylistic profile that the estate often compares to Meursault due to its proximity to the Meursault border. Winemaker Patrick Essa notes that this cuvée delivers a "Meursault-like" richness balanced by Puligny's signature precision.
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Domaine Buisson-Charles, established in 1919 in Meursault, Burgundy, is a4th-generation family estate renowned for producing high-quality, long-aging white wines. Now managed by Patrick Essa and Catherine Buisson, the 6-hectare estate focuses on low-yield, organic-style viticulture and precise, low-intervention winemaking to express unique, old-vine terroirs.
Winemaker Notes
The 2020 Chardonnay presents luscious aromas of pineapple, pear and Granny Smith apple with appealing hints of lemon chiffon, nectarine and honeysuckle. As the experience unfolds, the nose further reveals hints of star jasmine, nutmeg and vanilla bean. The palate is plush and graceful, offering mouthwatering flavors of peach, mango, kiwi and fresh Crenshaw melon. The rich fruit is perfectly complemented by suggestions of lemon zest and baking spice, while a voluptuous finish lingers with notes of pineapple, guava and hazelnut.
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In the golden, oak-studded hills of Paso Robles' fabled west side, not far from William Randolph Hearst's magnificent castle, there is a man with a Homeric vision. His name is Daniel Daou and he is devoting his life and every imaginable resource to creating, first and foremost, a Cabernet Sauvignon that rivals the very best in the world.
Gracefully perched atop a stunning promontory at 2,200 feet, the DAOU Spanish Colonial style winery is embraced by a tangible serenity. Hawks wheel and bank while the all-day sun caresses close planted rows of lush, emerald green vines. The 100 percent calcareous soil makes no sound as it passes out nourishment and only a gentle breeze flows up through the Templeton Gap from the Pacific. The quiet is bewitching; you want to lay down roots here, just as the four-year-old vines have done. But the sense of peace belies the serious industry at work on this 100 acre estate. No effort is spared to create the luscious varietals and blends that flow from this limited production winery. This kind of synergy happens rarely: superlative climate and terroir, super intensive vineyard culture, and cutting edge viticultural practice. You're more likely to find it in Bordeaux than Central California. Coupled with the infectious passion and gracious, family style hospitality of the Daou brothers, Georges and Daniel, the result is pure magic. The kind of magic that comes in a bottle.
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Domaine de Montille traces its origins back to the 1730s, but its modern chapter began in 1947 when Hubert de Montille inherited just a few hectares in Volnay and Pommard after much of the family’s Côte de Nuits holdings had been sold off. A lawyer by profession, Hubert revitalized the estate with a focus on restrained, terroir-driven wines, gradually expanding its vineyard holdings. His children, Etienne and Alix, later joined, with Etienne taking over management in 1995 and further developing the domaine, including acquiring Château de Puligny-Montrachet in 2012. Today, Domaine de Montille is recognized as one of Burgundy’s leading estates, balancing centuries of tradition with modern precision and sustainability.
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The 2020 Benoit Moreau Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru En Remilly is a rich, dramatic white Burgundy characterized by notes of pear, golden orchard fruit, beeswax, mint, and nutmeg. This premier cru is described as a, complex, deep, and energetic wine with a long, saline finish. It is considered a "gourmand" wine with a creamy, textured, and, for some, a slightly reduced profile.
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Domaine Benoît Moreau, established in November 2020 in Chassagne-Montrachet, Burgundy, is a high-quality producer formed from a split of the renowned Domaine Bernard Moreau. Benoît Moreau focuses on biodynamic farming, producing elegant, pure, and precise Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs, including various Premier Crus.
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The 2020 Benoit Moreau Corton-Charlemagne is a highly acclaimed, inaugural release from a split in the renowned Bernard Moreau estate. This 100% Chardonnay, often sourced from the Pernand side, features intense minerality, citrus bitters, and a silky, full-bodied texture with refined acidity. It exhibits a bright,, energetic, and long-lived profile, likely requiring 2+ years of aging.
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Domaine Benoit Moreau, founded in 2020 by the son of Bernard Moreau, is a rising star in Chassagne-Montrachet known for biodynamic, low-intervention, and high-precision wines. His Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is produced with meticulous attention to terroir, focusing on elegance and purity, often featuring, or originating from, organic, high-quality, or purchased grapes for early vintages.
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The 2020 Benoit Moreau Corton-Charlemagne is a highly acclaimed, inaugural release from a split in the renowned Bernard Moreau estate. This 100% Chardonnay, often sourced from the Pernand side, features intense minerality, citrus bitters, and a silky, full-bodied texture with refined acidity. It exhibits a bright,, energetic, and long-lived profile, likely requiring 2+ years of aging.
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Domaine Benoit Moreau, founded in 2020 by the son of Bernard Moreau, is a rising star in Chassagne-Montrachet known for biodynamic, low-intervention, and high-precision wines. His Corton-Charlemagne Grand Cru is produced with meticulous attention to terroir, focusing on elegance and purity, often featuring, or originating from, organic, high-quality, or purchased grapes for early vintages.
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Domaine Dujac, based in Morey-Saint-Denis in Burgundy’s Côte de Nuits, was founded in 1967 by Jacques Seysses, a passionate young winemaker who had trained in Champagne and apprenticed in Burgundy before acquiring his first 4.5 hectares of vineyards. The domaine quickly gained recognition for its elegant, terroir-driven Pinot Noir, and over the years expanded holdings to include prestigious parcels in Échezeaux, Bonnes Mares, Chambertin, Romanée-Saint-Vivant, and Vosne-Romanée Malconsorts. By the late 1990s, Jacques was joined by his sons Jeremy and Alec, and Jeremy’s wife Diana, who now lead the estate, continuing the family tradition while introducing sustainable practices and broadening production to include Chardonnay from the Côte de Beaune. Today, Domaine Dujac is celebrated worldwide as one of Burgundy’s most dynamic family domaines, blending respect for tradition with innovation.
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Domaine Dugat-Py, rooted in Gevrey-Chambertin since the early 17th century, is a family estate now led by Bernard Dugat and his son Loïc, representing the 12th and 13th generations of vignerons.
The Dugat family’s winemaking history began in 1645, with continuous cultivation in Gevrey-Chambertin for centuries. The modern domaine was formally established in 1923, when Fernand Dugat married Jeanne Bolnot, uniting two winegrowing families. Bernard Dugat made his first vinification and vineyard purchase in 1975, marking the start of a new era. In 1994, the estate became known as Domaine Dugat-Py, and Loïc Dugat joined in 1996, ushering in a stylistic evolution toward balance and finesse. The domaine converted to organic farming in 1999 and achieved full certification in 2003, working with old vines across about 10–15 hectares. Known for powerful, age-worthy wines with deep color and structure, Dugat-Py has become one of Burgundy’s most respected names, combining centuries of tradition with modern, detail-focused viticulture under Loïc’s leadership.
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Domaine Éric Forest is a small, family-run winery in Vergisson, Burgundy, rooted in eight generations of winemaking tradition and known for its meticulous, biodynamic approach.
Eric Forest inherited his vineyards—planted between 1930 and 1979—from his family in Vergisson, a village in the Mâconnais region of Burgundy. Deeply influenced by his grandfather’s knowledge of nature and biodynamics, Forest emphasizes manual vineyard work, careful pruning for ventilation, and minimal use of chemicals to preserve the health of the vines. He trained under Jean-Marie Guffens, a renowned local winemaker, before establishing his own domaine in the early 2000s. Today, he cultivates about six hectares of old vines on limestone-rich soils, producing acclaimed Pouilly-Fuissé, Saint-Véran, and Mâcon-Vergisson wines. His philosophy centers on precision, terroir expression, and sustainability: grapes are hand-harvested, fermented, and aged for 10–15 months in oak barrels, then bottled by hand, often unfiltered. This artisanal approach has earned him recognition as one of the leading vignerons in Vergisson, with wines celebrated for their minerality, energy, and authenticity.
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The 2020 Hans Family Estate Chardonnay from Marlborough is an elegant, complex wine that reflects both the sunny, dry growing season and Hans Herzog’s meticulous craftsmanship. It opens with refined aromas of white peach and subtle lemon zest, supported by a silky texture and layers of concentrated flavor. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied with vibrant acidity that balances its richness, giving the wine energy and lift. A touch of minerality carries through to the long, dry finish, ensuring both freshness and age-worthiness. With 13.5% alcohol and a rounded, complex profile, this Chardonnay has the structure to evolve beautifully in cellar conditions for a decade or more, while offering immediate pleasure with dishes like roasted poultry, creamy seafood, or nutty cheeses.
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Hans Family Estate, also known as Hans Herzog Estate, is a boutique, family-owned winery located in Marlborough, New Zealand. Founded by Swiss-born winemaker Hans Herzog, the estate reflects his philosophy of producing wines with uncompromising quality and individuality. Herzog brought decades of winemaking experience from Europe to New Zealand, establishing the estate as one of the country’s most respected artisanal wineries. What makes Hans Family Estate distinctive is its organic, hands-on approach: every step from vineyard to bottle is carried out onsite, with meticulous attention to detail. Herzog is known for his experimental spirit, cultivating an unusually wide range of grape varieties—over 29, including classics like Chardonnay and Pinot Noir as well as rarities such as Viognier, Arneis, Grüner Veltliner, and Nebbiolo. This diversity, combined with a focus on small-scale production and age-worthy wines, has earned the estate international acclaim for its eclectic yet consistently high-quality portfolio.
Winemaker Notes
The 2020 Heitz Cellar Quartz Creek Vineyard Chardonnay having bright, vibrant, and elegant characteristics, with notes of Meyer Lemon, Hazelnut, and Calla Lily on the nose. The palate is tightly wound with impressive energy, refreshing, and pure, featuring notes of green and yellow apples, white peaches, and hints of chalk dust, acacia honey, and lightly browned toast.
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Heitz Cellar, founded in 1961 by Joe and Alice Heitz, is a historic Napa Valley winery known for its pioneering role in single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon production. Joe Heitz, mentored by André Tchelistcheff, helped elevate Napa's reputation and was the first to label a wine with a single vineyard name: Martha's Vineyard. In 2018, the Heitz family sold the winery to Gaylon Lawrence, marking a new chapter for the estate.
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The 2020 vintage presents a pale yellow hue with green hints and a dense, complex nose featuring white blossoms, spicy white pepper, and yellow fruit undertones like apricot and mandarin peel.
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Domaine Henri Boillot, based in Meursault, is a prestigious, family-run Burgundy estate with roots dating back to 1885. Known for elite Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, the domaine was re-established in 2005 by Henri Boillot after separating from his brother, focusing on high-end, precise wines. Today, Henri and his son Guillaume manage the estate, with 2011 acquisitions strengthening their holdings in Bâtard-Montrachet.
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The wine features a "scintillating color with a lively lime note" and a brilliant, gracious bouquet of ripe apples, plums, and subtle liquorice. On the palate, as having "majestic creaminess" and exceptional power, revealing complex layers of lemon, butter, almond, honey, and spices.
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Founded in 1973 by Hubert Lamy in Saint-Aubin, Burgundy, this renowned domaine has grown from 8 hectares to over 18.5 hectares, specializing in high-quality Chardonnay (80%) and Pinot Noir (20%). While the family has worked vineyards since 1640, the estate saw a major transformation after Olivier Lamy joined in 1995, focusing on high-density planting, organic practices, and bottling all production.
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The 2020 Joseph Drouhin Chablis Grand Cru Vaudésir is an exquisite, pale golden wine offering aromas of white flowers, citrus, and ripe peach with hints of honey and coriander. The palate is refined and expressive, showcasing pear, lemon curd, and a delicate salty minerality derived from the Kimmeridgian limestone soils.
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Maison Joseph Drouhin was founded in 1880 in Beaune, Burgundy, by Joseph Drouhin, and has since grown into one of the region’s most respected wine producers. Over the generations, the family expanded its holdings to include vineyards across Burgundy—such as Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise—and later established Domaine Drouhin Oregon in the Willamette Valley. Today, the estate remains family-run by Joseph’s great-grandchildren, who continue the tradition of producing elegant wines with a focus on terroir and sustainable practices, including organic certification for their Burgundy vineyards since 2009
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Winemaker Véronique Boss-Drouhin describes the 2020 Joseph Drouhin Chablis Vaudon Grand Cru Bougros as a delicate, ample, and well-balanced white. Featuring a pale yellow color with green reflections, the wine offers floral acacia and vegetal notes on the nose, amplified by intense minerality, citrus marmalade, and a smoky finish on the palate.
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Maison Joseph Drouhin was founded in 1880 in Beaune, Burgundy, by Joseph Drouhin, and has since grown into one of the region’s most respected wine producers. Over the generations, the family expanded its holdings to include vineyards across Burgundy—such as Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise—and later established Domaine Drouhin Oregon in the Willamette Valley. Today, the estate remains family-run by Joseph’s great-grandchildren, who continue the tradition of producing elegant wines with a focus on terroir and sustainable practices, including organic certification for their Burgundy vineyards since 2009
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The 2020 Joseph Drouhin Chassagne-Montrachet 1er Cru "Marquis de Laguiche" Morgeot Blanc is a magnificent expression of both a warm, solar vintage and one of the village's historic estates. In the glass, it shows an admirable light golden color that boundaries on deep lemon. The nose is instantly aromatic and beautifully complex, offering a perfume of white flowers like hawthorn and jasmine tea, laced with candied lemon, fresh apricot, and a sophisticated touch of blond tobacco. On the palate, the signature rich, voluptuous texture of the 2020 vintage is on full display, delivering an explosive mouthfeel filled with flavors of ripe yellow fruits, pear, and a creamy, almond-brioche richness. Despite this opulent, bold weight, the wine remains remarkably focused and precise, driven by a powerful thread of natural, zesty acidity that prevents any sense of heaviness. It finishes with an exceptional length that leaves lingering notes of mineral grit, spice, and soft wood lactones, marking it as a beautifully balanced Premier Cru built to evolve gracefully over the next 10 to 15 years.
About Winery
Maison Joseph Drouhin was founded in 1880 in Beaune, Burgundy, by Joseph Drouhin, and has since grown into one of the region’s most respected wine producers. Over the generations, the family expanded its holdings to include vineyards across Burgundy—such as Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise—and later established Domaine Drouhin Oregon in the Willamette Valley. Today, the estate remains family-run by Joseph’s great-grandchildren, who continue the tradition of producing elegant wines with a focus on terroir and sustainable practices, including organic certification for their Burgundy vineyards since 2009
Winemaker Notes
The 2020 Joseph Drouhin Côte de Beaune Blanc is an elegant, 100% Chardonnay that incorporates declassified young-vine fruit from the renowned Clos des Mouches vineyard. Aged in French oak (10-15% new) for 12-14 months, it is a harmonious white Burgundy offering excellent freshness, delicate minerality, and a creamy texture.
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Maison Joseph Drouhin was founded in 1880 in Beaune, Burgundy, by Joseph Drouhin, and has since grown into one of the region’s most respected wine producers. Over the generations, the family expanded its holdings to include vineyards across Burgundy—such as Chablis, Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune, and Côte Chalonnaise—and later established Domaine Drouhin Oregon in the Willamette Valley. Today, the estate remains family-run by Joseph’s great-grandchildren, who continue the tradition of producing elegant wines with a focus on terroir and sustainable practices, including organic certification for their Burgundy vineyards since 2009
