No reviews for this brilliant 2021 yet, but both 2018 and 2019 earned 94 points from Vinous.
Here’s Vinous on the 2019:
The 2019 Chenin Blanc Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines is another stellar wine from Foxen. White flowers, mint, orchard fruit and lime give the 2019 its captivating aromatic presence. Even though it is from old vines, the Foxen Chenin is weightless and elegant in feel. There is tremendous flavor complexity, but in an understated style. This has to be one of the most unique and compelling Chenin Blancs being made in the United States.
And the 2018:
The 2018 Chenin Blanc Ernesto Wickenden Vineyard Old Vines is a dense, powerful wine that shows the more savory side of Chenin off to great effect. Dried flowers, herb, almonds and mineral inflections give the Chenin its super distinctive personality. There is plenty of texture and depth, but the fruit is pushed into the background. The Foxen Chenin is one of the most distinctive wines in Santa Barbara. It is also an insane value.
