I had almost exclusively been drinking one particular producer's SB for the past 15 years. (I'm a creature of habit, so sue me.) Not anymore. Some relationships just need a clean break. So, without further adieu, let me introduce my new SB crush: the 2019 Laird Family Estate (Napa Valley). Love it!
The Laird SB is primarily fermented in stainless steel tanks, with just 15% fermented in neutral oak barrels, so it is clean and crisp. Floral and citrus aromas on the nose, with some tropical and melon notes on the palate. Winemaker Brian Mox does a great job with all of Laird's wines. Vinomaker is partial to Laird's Cold Creek Ranch Chardonnay, whilst I have been a fan of their Cold Creek Ranch Pinot Grigio for years.
New love affairs are so exciting. I think I can foresee my Laird liaison lasting for quite some time.
3 comments:
Haven't seen Laird wines in New Hampshire, but will definitely be looking for it.
Seems we both love SB wines.
Cheers!
Toasty, its wet and cold here, so I'm eating toast.
NHW: We could possibly be palate-twins :)
Thud: Well, that's a different definition of toasty :)
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