This is a blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay.  R.D. means recently disgorged (October 2013).  Deep golden in color, clear and bright with a nice mousse of tiny bubbles.  The nose is big with toast, orange citrus and slight nutty notes.  Good acidity.  On the palate, this is deep and complex with flavors of toast/char, peach, and slight citrus.  Very long finish.  This is drinking young, even at age 23.  It should easily go another 15 years.  Great on its own, it will go with just about any food. A bowl of Popcorn would be perfect.  

Grade: 
A+
Score: 
97
Vintage: 
2002
Current Price: 
$292.00USD