Chardonnay production at Colene Clemens began in 2013 with purchased fruit. We have since planted 6 acres on our estate, and 2019 marks the third vintage sourced entirely from our estate property. Over the course of 11 months in barrel, we strive to build texture, flavor, and body from the lees and barrel time, creating a wine that is supple and layered with firm underlying acidity.
Dopp Creek represents the broadest combined expression of our Estate, and embodies our most approachable and versatile wine. The 2020 Dopp Creek opens with delicate aromas of rich purple fruit and thyme flowers. This approachable pinot noir has a juicy and round palate brimming with sweet cranberry and cherry, intermingled with wisps of cardomom and savory herbs. Well balanced, this engaging pinot noir is a delight to sip.
The 2021 Dopp Creek opens with a bright, red-fruited nose, like a sun-warmed ripe raspberry. On the palate this wine is focused and bright, with a supple texture and soft tannins that showcase flavors of red fruit, a dash of warm spice, and hints of dark chocolate and coffee beans towards the finish. Drink now, or if you can wait, watch this wine age gorgeously over the next five years.
94 points from Wine Spectator | 92 points from Owen Bargreen
Shows a simmering intensity beneath a polished texture as this red unfurls crushed stone, raspberry and hints of tarragon. Builds richness and tension toward medium-grained tannins. Drink now through 2030. —Tim Fish, Wine Spectator
Margo, named after Colene’s great granddaughter, is comprised of selected vineyard blocks and barrels from our Estate. Designed to be vibrant and approachable, this is a great any day, go-to pinot noir.
The 2021 Margo has a lovely nose of bright medium red fruit with a hint of plum. Velvety tannins support a broad and intense impression on the palate, mingling raspberry and cherry tones with a subtle note of rosemary and thyme. With a persistent finish that echoes the fruit and herb notes, this pretty pinot noir is incredibly compelling and keeps you coming back for more. This wine drinks fantastically right now, and will age gorgeously over the next five to eight years.
94 points from James Suckling | 93 points from Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast & Vinous
Named after Victoria’s daughter and Colene’s granddaughter, Adriane is an estate cuvée composed of specifically selected barrels that possess deep, concentrated flavors and a persistent finish.
This unfolds slowly, with expressive raspberry and pomegranate flavors that draw in accents of crushed stone and savory bay leaf, building toward broad-shouldered but refined tannins. Drink now through 2030. — Tim Fish, Wine Spectator
93 points from Wine Spectator & 93 points Owen Bargreen.
The really tasty 2019 Colene Clemens ‘Adriane’ Pinot Noir reveals more depth and than the ‘Margo’ with pomegranate seed and iron accents that mingle well with minerals and shades of orange zest with salty tilled soils. The combination of mouthfeel and finesse really works here. Quite primary now, enjoy this deeply concentrated 2019 Pinot Noir over the next twelve years. Drink 2022-2034
Named after Victoria’s daughter and Colene’s granddaughter, Adriane is an estate cuvée composed of specifically selected barrels that possess deep, concentrated flavors and a persistent finish.
