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The 2022 is Folk Machine's sixth vintage of Chenin from this site. Like 2021, ... The 2022 is Folk Machine's sixth vintage of Chenin from this site. Like 2021, the acid is higher, the wine is a bit more austere, bordering on being reductive (in a good way), but still savory and refreshing for sure....always about texture. Still,... more

Mirabelle plums, lemon grass, green apple candy and peach pit. The palate is l... Mirabelle plums, lemon grass, green apple candy and peach pit. The palate is loaded with minerals and concentrated stone fruit flavors and ripe bosch pear. Long and polished, this is modern Chenin Blanc, gravelly and intense but with a streak of ripe... more

Pale straw color with green reflections. A lovely nose, with aromas of apple, ... Pale straw color with green reflections. A lovely nose, with aromas of apple, Anjou pear, white jasmine tea and hints of peach and nutmeg. On the palate, orchard fruit and citrus layers mingle with green tropical elements, all supported by crisp,... more

Crisp and elegant, this Chardonnay radiates aromas of apple, lime and pear. Su... Crisp and elegant, this Chardonnay radiates aromas of apple, lime and pear. Subtle oak and and a touch of Chenin Blanc, boost this wine’s brightness and overall liveliness. Balanced flavors of green apple and vanilla, followed by complex layers of... more

There’s an interesting aromatic top-note that’s reminiscent of Sauvignon â... There’s an interesting aromatic top-note that’s reminiscent of Sauvignon “botanicalsâ€�. It’s taut and tangy, with the least texture for now but a lot of length. more

A pure bouquet of quince, green apple, beeswax, lanolin, dried flowers and a l... A pure bouquet of quince, green apple, beeswax, lanolin, dried flowers and a lovely base of chalky soil tones. On the palate the wine is bright, full-bodied and rock solid at the core, with excellent focus and grip, a lovely girdle of acidity and a... more

Three By Wade Chenin Blanc has a beautiful pale golden hue. On the nose, there... Three By Wade Chenin Blanc has a beautiful pale golden hue. On the nose, there are fresh citrus and slightly tropical notes like lemon and even pineapple. On the palate there is crisp green apple that’s complemented by mouthwatering acid up front... more

Gros Ventre Cellars Chenin Blanc is well-balanced, focused, and fresh, with a ... Gros Ventre Cellars Chenin Blanc is well-balanced, focused, and fresh, with a mix of orchard fruit and citrusy accents and a vibrant acidity that builds and lingers on the palate. The 2021 Chenin Blanc is bright and focused, with a compelling mix of... more

This Clarksburg staple is crisp and refreshing, with notes of honey melon. Fer... This Clarksburg staple is crisp and refreshing, with notes of honey melon. Fermented in neutral oak and stainless steel barrels, and racked to neutral oak barrels for aging an additional 6 months. more

Nothing other than grapes were added or used in its creation. The wild yeasts ... Nothing other than grapes were added or used in its creation. The wild yeasts that were on the skins completed the fermentation and the anti-oxidants in the skins and seeds provided all the protection necessary during elevage and bottling. No sulfur... more

This wine is bright and lively, and displays notes of citrus, pear and melon, ... This wine is bright and lively, and displays notes of citrus, pear and melon, with a long clean “minerally� finish. more

The 2020 is the product of a slightly smaller vintage and a bit more botrytis ... The 2020 is the product of a slightly smaller vintage and a bit more botrytis than in 2019. It's characterized by being quite generously honeyed and floral at the moment, rather than presenting the wet stone and mineral side it will likely reveal with... more

At first swirl, aromatics of honeydew, watermelon and pineapple spring forward... At first swirl, aromatics of honeydew, watermelon and pineapple spring forward from the glass with floral notes of jasmine and honeysuckle. On the palate, the wine has refreshing flavors of cucumber, lime and nectarine with hints of geranium, sweet... more

The 2020 Unshackled Sauvignon Blanc displays notes of melon, peach, fresh citr... The 2020 Unshackled Sauvignon Blanc displays notes of melon, peach, fresh citrus, lime and topical fruit. The addition of Chenin Blanc and Roussanne adds brightness and texture to the mouthfeel. Commentary: The 2020 Prisoner Wine Company Unshackled... more