2011 Marcassin Vineyard - Angry Wine Merchant

2011 Marcassin Vineyard

Chardonnay

America / California / Sonoma Coast  / Fort Ross-Seaview

$650
RP 97
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2011 Marcassin Chardonnay – Sonoma Coast

The 2011 Marcassin Chardonnay from Sonoma Coast is a testament to Helen Turley's meticulous craftsmanship. This vintage highlights the winery’s ability to produce complex, mineral-driven wines with a balance of richness and elegance.

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of ripe pear, lemon curd, and honeysuckle, with a hint of toasted almond. On the palate, flavors of stone fruit, citrus, and a touch of **minerality** linger on a smooth, well-structured finish.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details:

Aged for 12 months in 100% new French oak, this Chardonnay hails from the **Marcassin Estate Vineyard** in Sonoma Coast, known for its cool-climate conditions that allow for slow ripening and complex flavor development.

Investment & Collectibility:

The 2011 Marcassin Chardonnay has solidified its status as a cult wine with exceptional investment potential, thanks to its limited production and consistently high ratings.

Vintage Specifics & Accolades:

The **2011 vintage** was marked by cooler-than-average growing conditions, leading to a Chardonnay with excellent balance and aging potential.

  • 95 points – Wine Advocate
  • 94 points – Wine Spectator

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Chardonnay:

RP 97

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2011 is a great Chardonnay Marcassin Vineyard from a much-maligned and sometimes excessively criticized vintage. 2011 has its low points, but there are many producers who got it right, and survived the challenging growing and harvest conditions. This wine has phenomenal intensity, with plenty of crushed rock, pineapple, honeysuckle, orange and tangerine blossom in an elegant, medium to full-bodied style, with terrific intensity, good acidity and freshness. This is more evolved than either the 2009 or 2010, and probably will be a candidate for 7-8 years of aging, rather than 10 or more. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker, Jr. Issue date: August 27, 2015. Drinking window: 2015-2023.

Domestic Shipping

We currently ship to all U.S. states where the shipment of alcohol is legally permitted. Orders are fulfilled via UPS.

Orders placed Monday through Thursday before 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time typically ship the same day. Orders placed after 2:00 p.m. on Thursday through Sunday will ship the following Monday.

Same-day delivery may be available within the Los Angeles Metro area if placed before noon. Please contact us at (626) 714-7006 to arrange expedited local service.

Packaging & Warm Weather Shipping

To protect wine quality, all orders are packed in EPS foam shippers with gel packs when necessary. During warmer months, we recommend selecting Next Day Air service. If Ground shipping is selected during high temperatures, a signed waiver may be required to release us from liability due to heat exposure.

For OWC (Original Wooden Case) orders, bottles are removed and shipped in foam for safety. The wooden case ships separately via Ground unless otherwise requested.

Weather Holds & Free Storage

In periods of extreme weather, we reserve the right to delay shipment until safe conditions return. If you request immediate shipment during such periods, you must confirm in writing and acknowledge that you waive any condition guarantees.

We also offer complimentary temperature-controlled storage for up to 6 months from the date of purchase. Select the “Hold for Weather” option at checkout and we will coordinate shipping at a later date.

Insurance

We provide free shipping insurance for loss or visible damage during transit, per carrier terms and conditions.

Adult Signature Required

All shipments of alcohol require an adult signature (21+) upon delivery. Carriers will not release packages without adult authorization. Additional charges may apply for re-delivery, redirection, or failed delivery attempts.

Shipping Address Accuracy

Orders are shipped to the exact shipping address provided at checkout. Angry Wine Merchant is not responsible for errors or omissions in the address submitted by the customer. If a package is delayed, returned, or misdelivered due to incorrect shipping details, the customer assumes full responsibility. Additional shipping fees may apply if re-shipment is required. By placing an order, you confirm that the shipping address entered is correct and agree to these terms.

States We Ship To

We ship to the following U.S. states:

Alabama (AL), Alaska (AK), Arizona (AZ), Arkansas (AR), California (CA), Colorado (CO), Connecticut (CT), Delaware (DE), Florida (FL), Georgia (GA), Hawaii (HI), Idaho (ID), Illinois (IL), Indiana (IN), Iowa (IA), Kansas (KS), Kentucky (KY), Louisiana (LA), Maine (ME), Maryland (MD), Massachusetts (MA), Michigan (MI), Minnesota (MN), Mississippi (MS), Missouri (MO), Montana (MT), Nebraska (NE), Nevada (NV), New Hampshire (NH), New Jersey (NJ), New Mexico (NM), New York (NY), North Carolina (NC), Ohio (OH), Oklahoma (OK), Oregon (OR), Pennsylvania (PA), Rhode Island (RI), South Carolina (SC), South Dakota (SD), Tennessee (TN), Texas (TX), Vermont (VT), Virginia (VA), Washington (WA), West Virginia (WV), Wisconsin (WI), Wyoming (WY)

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International Shipping

We do offer international shipping where legally allowed. For details, click here or contact us directly.

  • CRITICAL REVIEWS
  • WINEMAKER NOTES
RP 97

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

The 2011 is a great Chardonnay Marcassin Vineyard from a much-maligned and sometimes excessively criticized vintage. 2011 has its low points, but there are many producers who got it right, and survived the challenging growing and harvest conditions. This wine has phenomenal intensity, with plenty of crushed rock, pineapple, honeysuckle, orange and tangerine blossom in an elegant, medium to full-bodied style, with terrific intensity, good acidity and freshness. This is more evolved than either the 2009 or 2010, and probably will be a candidate for 7-8 years of aging, rather than 10 or more. Reviewed by Robert M. Parker, Jr. Issue date: August 27, 2015. Drinking window: 2015-2023.

2011 Marcassin Chardonnay – Sonoma Coast

The 2011 Marcassin Chardonnay from Sonoma Coast is a testament to Helen Turley's meticulous craftsmanship. This vintage highlights the winery’s ability to produce complex, mineral-driven wines with a balance of richness and elegance.

Tasting Notes:

Aromas of ripe pear, lemon curd, and honeysuckle, with a hint of toasted almond. On the palate, flavors of stone fruit, citrus, and a touch of **minerality** linger on a smooth, well-structured finish.

Winemaking & Vineyard Details:

Aged for 12 months in 100% new French oak, this Chardonnay hails from the **Marcassin Estate Vineyard** in Sonoma Coast, known for its cool-climate conditions that allow for slow ripening and complex flavor development.

Investment & Collectibility:

The 2011 Marcassin Chardonnay has solidified its status as a cult wine with exceptional investment potential, thanks to its limited production and consistently high ratings.

Vintage Specifics & Accolades:

The **2011 vintage** was marked by cooler-than-average growing conditions, leading to a Chardonnay with excellent balance and aging potential.

  • 95 points – Wine Advocate
  • 94 points – Wine Spectator

Explore more from Marcassin Vineyard:

Pinot Noir:

Chardonnay:

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