Moderately light garnet color in the glass. Aromas of black cherry, dried herbs, white pepper and pipe smoke. Light to mid-weight in style, offering flavors of dark red cherry and a hint of whole cluster inspired goodness. Very silky with gentle tannins. Score: 94
Suggested Retail Price: $85
2021 Madson Toyon Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Cruz Mountains
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Moderate garnet color in the glass. Deep aromas of darker stone and berry fruits with added scents of exotic spices and burnt tobacco. Very pleasing in the mouth, with middleweight flavors of well-spiced darker stone and berry fruits with whole cluster driven additions of tea and floral blossom. Nice harmony, exhibiting a good cut of acidity and soothing tannins. The wine finishes crisp and juicy. Score: 93
Suggested Retail Price: $60
2022 Madson Ascona Vineyard Pinot Noir
Santa Cruz Mountains
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Aromas of bing cherry, light baking spice, and a slice of rhubarb custard cobbler. Lively on the palate, this Pinot pairs well with family gatherings and mushroom risotto.
Suggested Retail Price: $60
2022 Madson Ascona Vineyard Chardonnay
Santa Cruz Mountains
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The 2022 Ascona Chardonnay showed particularly well with great texture and freshness, earning its place as a single vineyard bottling. Hints of white tea, citrus, quince and brine. Pairs well with roasted poultry and New Yorker cartoons.
Suggested Retail Price: $48
Description
Madson Wines makes site-expressive wines through organic and regenerative farming in the vineyards and natural fermentations in the wine cellar. We specialize in Santa Cruz Mountains Pinot Noir.
