Collectors Lot 219

BREWER CLIFTON 2007 COLLECTION

6-750 ml bottles each – 18 bottles total 

Two brilliant young winemakers, Greg Brewer and Steve Clifton, are symbolic of both the present and future of California high quality wine production. Seemingly coming out of nowhere, with their own personal visions of wine quality formed by French and Italian experiences as well as their belief in the cool climate sites of Santa Rita Hills, they have proven time and time again that remarkable wines can emerge from this relatively new viticultural region. Brewer-Clifton’s 2007 Pinots represent another top-notch vintage for this estate. 

Brewer Clifton Mt Carmel Chardonnay

This wine exhibits a liqueur component reminiscent of a Chassagne-Montrachet grand cru. Peach blossom, white citrus and orange notes are present in this full-throttle, intensely flavored Chardonnay, and brilliant acidity gives the wine laser-like precision. This is another tour de force from these talented winemakers. RP 96

Brewer Clifton Sea Smoke Chardonnay

This wine reveals a liquid citrus note intermixed with notions of honey, orange and lemon blossoms, stunning purity, and a restrained, elegant style in spite of its power (15.9% alcohol).  It has great texture, tremendous concentration and length, and no heat.  RP 96

Brewer Clifton Mt Carmel Pinot Noir

The 2007 Pinot Noir cuts a stylistic path between the rich, fruit-driven Melville and the earthier, terroir-driven Clos Pepe. The Mount Carmel offers plenty of blue and red fruits intermixed with hints of smoke, roasted herbs, earth and pomegranate. The sweetness of the tannins, beautiful full-bodied mouthfeel, and good acidity all reflect another brilliant Pinot Noir from this exceptionally talented duo. RP 95+

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