1996 Kalin Cellars Livermore Valley Semillon
13.8% alc., The
grapes come from the Wente Estate Vineyard near Livermore planted in the
1880s from Chateau d’Yquem cuttings. 25% Sauvignon Blanc.
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Hard to find a
10 year old California white wine this good. Exotic aromas of char, toast and
banana. Flavors of coconut, banana, charred corn and well-toasted crème
brulee. A treat to drink.
Reviewed August 24, 2007
Winery: Kalin Cellars
From article: No Wine Before It’s Time at Kalin Cellars