Villa Creek Roussanne James Berry

Villa Creek

Other · Roussanne
Critics Average score from professional wine critics and publications.
89 /100
Reviews
3
professional

Vintages

1
2016 Other 89/100
Roussanne
NV

Community Reviews

4
4
Reviews
89.3
Avg Score
90
Highest
Taster #8057 · Dec 28, 2020
90/100
I have often struggled to appreciate Roussanne as it often lacks the acidity that I prefer in white wines. That being said, I always keep an open mind and experiences like this are the reason why. As a pairing, this was absolutely perfect with our seafood boil. Richly floral with stone fruits and nuts. A wine of texture with an undeniable oily-ness about it. The finish lasted 15-20 seconds; just long enough for the next bite of crab, lobster or …
2016 vintage
Taster #5533 · Sep 2, 2019
90/100
Apples, pears, and citrus in the nose and flavor. Medium length finish.
2016 vintage
Taster #8057 · Jun 3, 2019
88/100
My first experience with this wine...and I’m still unsure whether or not I like Roussanne. A striking golden color. Initially, this was a bit of a chore to drink: Tropical, squishy fruits, custard, marshmallow, creme brûlée...and a bit heavy handed...but with some air and temperature, this shifted from tropical to honeysuckle, lemon curd and meringue. Still, a substantial body and not enough mineral acid for my taste; certainly not what I would call a porch pounder. Lowish acid. The CdP …
2016 vintage
Taster #7519 · Dec 25, 2018
Really young. Will revisit in the Spring.
2016 vintage