Appearance
Pale gold with green highlights.
Nose
Lemon curd, green apple, and white peach lead, with notes of toasted hazelnut, brioche, and a hint of flint.
Palate
Medium-bodied with a silky texture and vibrant, precise acidity. The palate is layered with citrus, stone fruit, and mineral notes, with a long, elegant finish.
Finish
Long and mineral, with lingering notes of citrus and toasted oak.
Wine Spectator
Wine Advocate
Vineyard Source
Select Russian River Valley vineyards
Aging
10 months in French oak (20% new)
Winemaking
Whole-cluster pressed, barrel fermented in French oak (20% new), aged 10 months on lees.
Williams Selyem
Healdsburg, Sonoma County
A cult Russian River Valley producer whose single-vineyard Pinot Noirs are among the most sought-after wines in California.
Serving Temperature
45–50°F (7–10°C)
Decanting
Serve directly from the refrigerator; no decanting needed.
Bottle Size
750ml
Alcohol
13.2%