Michelle nonvintage blanc de blanc sparkling wine - I've tasted this several times and like it better with each sip. It starts with tiny bubbles and finishes with a brisk citrus aftertaste. One judge said it had a refreshing wet limestone aroma with green grape flavors and nice acids to balance the fruit. It had all the elements, with coffee, chocolate, spice and layers of flavors and nice tannins. New releases Chateau Ste.
Flavors are ripe apple and a bit of nuts with a smooth, creamy finish.
Michelle 1998 Cold Creek Vineyard riesling - From the guys who set the standards for Pacific Northwest riesling. This is a classic with loads of citrus flavors and honeysuckle aromas. The sugar and acid are almost perfectly balanced. Residual sugar is 2 percent. Genesis 1998 pinot gris - Another Hogue creation with herbs and spices, a bit of grapefruit and touches of oak.