Date: 02/2025
2023 Whistling Ridge Riesling
Varietal: Riesling/Gewürztraminer blend
Nose: Citrus and lemon
Tasting Notes: Clean, crisp, refreshing
Characteristics: Aged 8–10 months in barrel, bright acidity
Pairing: Spicy Asian cuisine or light seafood
My Rating: 91 points
2021 Goodfellow Tsai Vineyard Chardonnay
Varietal: Chardonnay
Nose: Citrus, mineral, lime zest
Tasting Notes: Crisp, clean, slightly reductive
Characteristics: Light, approachable, “our vintage”
Pairing: Grilled halibut or herbed chicken
My Rating: 95 points
2021 Goodfellow Temperance Hill Chardonnay
Varietal: Chardonnay
Nose: Creamy oak, flinty reduction
Tasting Notes: More texture, rounder mouthfeel
Characteristics: Thicker skins, structured, from older 90s own-rooted vines
Pairing: Roast poultry or creamy pasta
My Rating: 94 points
2015 Whistling Ridge Heritage #4 Pinot Noir
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Nose: Dark fruit, hints of heat
Tasting Notes: Slightly higher alcohol, bold dark red fruit
Characteristics: Fuller-bodied, better with age
Pairing: Grilled lamb or duck breast
My Rating: 95 points
2022 Extra Brut Sparkling
Varietal: 60% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir
Nose: Fresh lemon and fine bubbles
Tasting Notes: Crisp, dry, refreshing
Characteristics: Very approachable, ready now
Pairing: Oysters, sushi, or brie
My Rating: 98 points
2022 Tsai Vineyard Blanc de Noirs
Varietal: 100% Pinot Noir
Nose: Subtle red fruits and citrus
Tasting Notes: Crisp, focused acidity, elegant
Characteristics: Balanced, fresh, delicate mousse
Pairing: Charcuterie or crab cakes
My Rating: 92 points
2022 Durant Vineyard Pinot Noir
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Nose: Red and dark fruits
Tasting Notes: Elegant, tannic, slight bitterness, fruit-forward
Characteristics: Whole cluster, clean and young, thin skins
Pairing: Mushroom risotto or roast chicken
My Rating: 94 points
2022 Whistling Ridge Heritage #21 Pinot Noir
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Nose: Blue fruit, red fruit
Tasting Notes: Little more richness, textured
Characteristics: Excellent quality, classic structure
Pairing: Pork tenderloin or grilled tuna
My Rating: 96 points
2022 Temperance Hill Heritage #20 Pinot Noir
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Nose: Dark cherry
Tasting Notes: Textured, mouthfeel-driven, rich yet elegant
Characteristics: Beefy with finesse, ideal in 1–2 years
Pairing: Steak or wild mushroom tart
My Rating: 97 points
