May 2017 – James Suckling

2015 Aubert Chardonnay CIX Estate Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 98

Oyster shell and mother of pearl and dried apple. Some lemon undertones. Full body, very dense and powerful. Complex. The finish just melts. Exciting white. Drink now.

2015 Aubert Chardonnay Eastside Vineyard Russian River
Score: 98

Great aromas of stone, gun powder and sliced apple. Wow. Full body, dense and layered. Wonderful phenolic texture. Montrachet-like. Drink in 2020 but already superb.

2015 Aubert Chardonnay Hudson Vineyard Carneros
Score: 96

Lots of ginger and sliced apple, pear, and lime skin aromas. Full body, stone and citrusy. Intense energy. Lemon pound cake. Drink or hold.

2014 Aubert Chardonnay Hudson Vineyard Carneros
Score: 95

Another dense and layered Hudson chardonnay with plenty of cream and apple character. It’s soft and fresh. Almost thick. Maintains a freshness and energy in the big flavor profile. Drink or hold.

2015 Aubert Chardonnay Larry Hyde and Sons Vineyard Carneros
Score: 95

This has a fantastic linear and bright acidity with gorgeous cream, cooked apple and pear. Full body, tangy and minerally. Lovely and intense. Drink now or hold.

2015 Aubert Chardonnay Lauren Estate Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 94

Lots of white pepper, stone and dried apples on the nose. Full body, oily and round with lots of delicious fruit. Juicy character. Drink now.

2015 Aubert Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 95

Sliced apple and lime. White flower undertones. Medium to full body, intense center palate of stone and pomace undertones. Very long and flavorful. Drink now.

2015 Aubert Chardonnay Sugar Shack Estate Vineyard Napa Valley
Score: 97

Precise and beautiful aromas of cooked apple, lemon, biscuit and pie crust. Complex. Full body, layered and rich. Big and exciting but always fresh. Real Napa. So layered. Drink now.

2014 Aubert Chardonnay Sugar Shack Estate Vineyard Napa Valley
Score: 95

Layered and cool with aniseed, flint and green apple. Full body, intense fruit and a long and flavorful finish. Drink now.

2015 Aubert Chardonnay UV-SL Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 97

Stone and mineral aromas with sliced apple and lemon. Flint. White peaches. Full body, bright acidity and a tangy finish. Long and tight. Very long. Energy. Drink in 2019.

2015 Aubert Pinot Noir CIX Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 95

Lots of blueberry and blackberry aromas with hints of dried flowers. Full body, firm and silky tannins and a juicy finish. Bright fruit aftertaste. Spice. Smoky. Drink now.

2015 Aubert Pinot Noir UV Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 97

Blackberry and cherry, spice with hints of flowers on the nose. Full body, chewy yet polished and beautiful. This is a fantastic red with complexity and power. Drink in 2020.

2015 Aubert Pinot Noir UV-SL Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 97

Dried strawberry and cedar with sandalwood on the nose. White pepper as well. Full body, round and rich yet austere at the finish. Love quality of tannins . Juicy and savory. Excellent intensity. Drink now or hold.

2014 Aubert Pinot Noir UV-SL Vineyard Sonoma Coast
Score: 97

Great density and beauty with soy sauce and dark berry character. Full body, tightly wound and a long and flavorful finish. Extremely long and rich. A fantastic wine. Drink now. Why wait?