2001 Vintage
Wine Enthusiast, February 2003:
Rated 89: Rich and lush, full bodied yet silky on the palate. This unusual blend of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Semillon, Viognier and Muscat grapes lives up to its name. Nonetheless, it's well integrated, with peach, pear, apple, toast and spice flavors.
Wine Spectator, March 31, 2003: Rated 86: Fragrant and intense, with lively character to a medley of orange rind, floral, vanilla and ripe honeydew melon flavors. Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Sémillon, Viognier and Muscat. Drink now.
New York Times, November 12, 2003 (R.W. Apple, Jr.): …Conundrum, a Napa Valley blend of five varietals that yields an unusual white wine, both lush and robust, lively and full of tropical fruit flavors.
Decanter, November 2003: Rated four stars: This unusual blend was created to match the nouvelle cuisine offered by a new generation of chefs. Very aromatic aromas with floral, pear and honey notes; seductive. Lively acidity with ripe fruit, fresh on the palate; well-structured with a very long length. Drink now.