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Lara at Oriel's Review:

Yeasty brioche with apple pie aromatics and crisp refreshing minerality. Aged ( I think) at least 8 yrs sur lie and then allowed to rest with the dosage for another 2 yrs-- but still not overly heavy, it maintains a fresh quality to it. This is a seriously good champagne.

Lara at Oriel's Review:

Very earthy, forest floor on the palate. Still has lots of fruit-- dark raspberry and prune. Smooth texture, med-full body, imperceptible tannins. A real treat. 7/20/09

Lara at Oriel's Review:

Not a huge Chardonnay fan, but this stuff is an awesome value. Light crisp citrus and green apple flavors, no (or very little) oak, no creamy or buttery flavors. A very refreshing and tasty Chardonnay from an adorable Finger Lakes gem.

Lara at Oriel's Review:

Had this at the prosecco vs. champagne tasting I mentioned in a forum (if you want to check that out). It was amazing with some fresh strawberries, and with a rich triple creme cheese. Very versatile food wine, though I've been known to drink it alone on more than a few occasions :-)

Lara at Oriel's Review:

This wine is one of my favorites in our Oriel portfolio; I think it is so interesting compared to others I have sampled (Santa Margherita, Tieffenbruner, Jermann, Kris, Villa Doretta, etc) because of the added Chardonnay and Fruilano components. It gives it an added complexity, a little green apple and mineral characteristic that really complement the Pinot Grigio tropical fruit and citrus flavors.

Lara at Oriel's Review:

I'm not surprised 'winelvr' had a preference between Jasper 2004 and Jasper 2005-- they are very different wines. Jasper 2004 is a Russian River Valley Pinot Noir and from 2005 on, Jasper has been grown in Sonoma Coast. Though you may prefer the effects of the warmer, dryer Russian River AVA, the Sonoma Coast's combination of rocky soil, steep slopes, warm sun, and the cool pacific air is making some really nice Pinots-- like Jasper 2005 and 2006.