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1996 Marcassin Chardonnay Lorenzo Vineyard
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1996 Marcassin Chardonnay Lorenzo Vineyard

Producer: Marcassin
Style: White Wine
Grape Type: Chardonnay
Origin: California
Region: Sonoma

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93(+?) Points | International Wine Cellar , May/June 1998

Tangy, spicy aromas of pineapple, hazelnut and coconut. Sweeter and considerably richer than the Hudson, with a thicker texture. This shows an almost roasted ripeness yet is not at all heavy. Acidity is perfectly integrated. Really explosive on the back end.

96 Points | Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

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