WTN: Andy Rodnick

by **David M. Bueker** » Tue Jul 11, 2023 7:56 pm

2018 Dirty and Rowdy Mourvèdre Rodnick Farm - USA, California, Central Coast, Chalone (7/11/2023)
I can’t believe that I had not previously opened one of these, but CellarTracker is always right, so first bottle from the four I purchased on release. Still youthfully prickly on release, it took a good two hours to round into form. Rich in fruit expression, and bright with orange zest acidity, it lifts the darkness of reality to a higher plane of bright sunlight and salty air. Grandma made a strawberry rhubarb pie. The sweetness and tartness balance each other, and welcome the cup of tea next to the empty plate. The open windows let in the evening breeze off the water - ocean side, not bay side.

by **Jenise** » Wed Jul 12, 2023 2:06 pm

Great TN. Love your poetic side. Still haven't had a wine from this winery, but look forward to it someday.