2007 Ceja Pinot Noir
Dark cherry, herbal notes and a very light spice note on the palate. This is a very smooth drinking Pinot and one that does not skimp on flavor. Not quite a huge California Pinot, but not an Oregon delicate diva either. Nicely balanced and strong, lingering finish. Well done, Ceja...well done.
Dark cherry, herbal notes and a very light spice note on the palate. This is a very smooth drinking Pinot and one that does not skimp on flavor. Not quite a huge California Pinot, but not an Oregon delicate diva either. Nicely balanced and strong, lingering finish. Well done, Ceja...well done.
My rating: 90
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2008 Ceja Chardonnay
There are so many California Chardonnay's on the market and so many of them are big, gnarly oak bombs, sometimes to the point that I feel like I may have gotten an oak stave stuck between my teeth. To be fair, I'm actually pretty good with those oak monsters now and again and have even found myself craving that flavor from time to time (but that's between you and me). What I like about this Ceja Chard is that there's definitely oak, enough to experience it, but it's not overwhelming and plays more of a support role than a leading actor role. Meyer lemon, honey and a bit of spice on the nose, with a smooth and layered palate of meyer lemon, grapefruit, lavender and oak. Overall, very nice Chardonnay.
My rating: 89 / Very Good
NOTE: these wines were sent to me as samples from the winery.
I have spent plenty of time in Napa, but I have never had Ceja's wine. Sounds like a stop is in order.
i've never been there either, but was quite impressed with the wines they sent me.