Chasseur Durrell Chardonnay 2005

This concentrated and subtly complex young wine has intriguing mineral, acid and ripe fruit influences and is distinctly different from its siblings. Its array of preserved lemon, peach pit, bosc pear, bees wax, mineral and toast scents harmonize in a well-developed, but youthfully low-key mix which promises even greater distinction ... more

Chasseur Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2006

When the cork is pulled this proves a wine of vivid contrasts, with intensity that is almost aggressive. Aromas of toasted coconut, vanilla wafer, lemon curd, roasted grain, bees wax and suggestions of tarte tatin and peach upside-down cake seem to tumble forth. It settles down quickly on the palate, ... more

Chasseur Russian River Valley Pinot Noir 2006

This elegant and fruit-forward Pinot is both complex and sweetly ripe to the nose, as scents of red cherries, Mr. Lincoln roses and wild strawberries join subtle smoky tones, some dried orange peel and hints of powdered sumac in a pretty aromatic display. The flavors are more than generous, but ... more

Chasseur Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2006

This wine offers a dense and sophisticated perfume, as focused white peach, citron and Fuji apple scents find a comfortable harmony with its almost equally expressive vanilla cream wafer, nutmeg, bees wax and mineral notes. The wines concentration is even more obvious on the mid-palate, where the richness of texture ... more

Chasseur Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2006

Both depth of fruit and a sense of coiled strength are apparent in the aromas of this youthful Pinot, as its dark core of cherry and grenadine is neatly counter-pointed by savory notes of roasted grain, dried orange and tobacconist-shop spice. It is rich in texture, with a sinewy palate-feel ... more