Rochioli Chard/Papapietro-Perry Pinot

 

 

Rochioli Chardonnay/Papapietro-Perry Pinot Noir

 

A Mixed (6) Case of Rochioli Chardonnay and Papapietro Perry Single-Vineyard Pinot Noirs - $310.00

 

The 2007 Rochioli Vineyards Russian River Valley Estate Chardonnay has been released.  Recently, the 2006 Papapietro Perry Single Vineyard Pinots were reviewed by the Pinot Report (an exclusively Pinot Noir publication) receiving scores of "92", "93" and "94".  The wines have also earned "90" and above ratings in the Wine Spectator. The 2007 Rochioli Chardonnay is a stunning wine.  We can offer a mixed 6-Bottle case of: 3-2007 Rochioli Chardonnay and one each of the 2006 Papapietro Perry "Peters", "Leras" and "Elsbree" Pinot Noirs.

 

*2007 Rochioli Vineyards Russian River Valley Estate Chardonnay.  The RR Valley bottling is a blend of the Rochioli vineyard properties including Sweetwater, Riverblock and Mid-40.  Due to the superb quality of the site designate fruit, Tom Rochioli was able to make more of his single-vineyard Chardonnays from 2007 (resulting in a smaller-than-usual production of the Russian River wine).  All of the Single-Vineyard wines are exclusively available to Rochioli's mailing list clientele (currently, there's a five year waiting period for inclusion) making the opportunity to score 3 jars of this 2007 Estate even more magical.

 

*"94"/RC...The Rochioli Estate Chardonnay is one of the finest white wines made on earth.  The 2007 may be Tom's finest effort to date.  Tasting with Barbara (Rochioli's local ambassador) yesterday afternoon I was immediately impressed by the wine's clear, golden/straw color, delicate odors of Golden Delicious apple, pear, citrus and caramel; the flavors mirror the nose adding hazelnuts, butter, roasted grains, tropical fruit and vanilla.  The oak is beautifully integrated and the finish is rich and long.  I can confidently state that this wine is superior to the fabulous 2006, and that is quite an accomplishment.

 

Having just been released, the 2007 has yet to receive any ink from the respected wine journals.  Here are a few reviews of the 2006 as a point of reference. 

 

*"91" Wine Spectator..."Starts with subtle smoky pear, fig and citrus; builds complexity, picking up rich mineral, marshmallow and light hazelnut flavors; elegant and stylish; drink now through 2011".

 

*"92" Parker..."Zesty, smoky hazelnut scents interwoven with notes of orange marmalade, lemon oil and brioche emerge form this medium-bodied, richly textured, pure effort.  Will drink well for 4-6 years"

 

*"90" Tanzer..."Light bright gold; fresh tangerine and spiced apple on the nose with a smoky quality adding depth; expansive orchard and citrus fruit flavors offer palate-staining concentration and focus...finishes with admirable lift and cut".

 

In 1980, Ben Papapietro became a "garagiest" winemaker producing a small amount of Pinot Noir from purchased grapes (literally) in his garage in San Francisco.  Over the course of the following decade, Ben secured handshake contracts for small lots of fruit from several of Sonoma Counties finest growers and worked on perfecting his personal style of winemaking.  In 1998, he and his longtime friend, Bruce Perry took the plunge and produced their first 75-case bottling of wine under the Papapietro-Perry label.  We first introduced you to their "Peters Vineyard" back in 2001.   Since that time Ben and Bruce have expanded to produce additional vineyard designate wines from Leras Family, Mukaida and Elsbree properties as well as Sonoma Coast and Russian River appellation bottlings.  Papapietro Perry is now considered one of the top Pinot Noir producers in California.  The wines are strictly allocated.  

 

*Papapietro Perry "Leras Family Vineyard" Pinot Noir..."94 Points" Pinot Report..."Medium ruby color; spicy, red cherry, orange rind aromas; rich, ripe, deep and complex red cherry, spice and orange rind flavors; silky texture, touch of tannin; good structure and balance; long finish.  Deep, complex and delicious, this is a Pinot that tastes great now but will improve significantly in the glass and the bottle"

 

*Papapietro Perry "Peters Vineyard"..."91" Wine Spectator..."This delicious Pinot is smooth, rich and fleshy, with complex layers of plum, black cherry and red raspberry flavors that are fresh, vibrant and cleansing, repeating the fruity themes on the finish.  Drink now through 2011".

 

*Papapietro Perry "Elsbree Vineyard"..."93" Pinot Report..."Medium ruby color; complex dark cherry aromas with earthy notes; deep, rich black cherry, pastry spice and color nuances; good structure and balance, long, fruit-driven finish; drink now through 2011"

 

Wow.  What a great box of wine.  Three bottles of one of the finest Chardonnays made in the United States coupled with three stunning and age-able Pinot Noirs from one of the "hottest" (relatively) new producers in California!  This is a very good price, the Rochioli Chardonnay is selling for as much as $72.00 on various internet web sites (The WS and Parker both rate the wine based on $50.00 retail).

 

You could pay as much as $378.00 for this collection elsewhere.  Our price $310.00

 

   

 

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