Thorne & Daughters Menagerie ChardonnayThorne & Daughters Menagerie Chardonnay reads as a study in quiet precision. Aromas lean toward green apple flesh, underripe pineapple core, and lime blossom, followed by subtle hints of wet straw and raw hazelnut. On the palate its sleek and mineral, with flavors of pomelo, cucumber peel, and river stone, guided by brisk acidity and a faintly savory, tea leaf finish. Understated, dry, and distinctly Cape in its poise, it rewards attention rather than

that is the entire production of a wine that has scored a perfect 100 point rating for more than a third the vintages in which its been created

but in this case it is doing double duty

Eric puts a little beanie hat on the label

but also a wonderful sense of savory aromas of Cabernet– graphite

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understated Monthélie that leans into finesse and transparency rather than power

Now the top one or two producers are snapped up on allocation and simply nothing ever remains –at prices verging on $100 a bottle

5L) bottles: quite a stunning presentation

The grapes come from vineyards located in Monforte d’Alba

giving the palate and finish definition in detail – a master work of deliciousness wrapped in a delightfully unassuming presentation

5% Cabernet Franc

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