Primarily aged in stainless steel with small quantities kept in barrel, this 2009 Chardonnay tastes like an unoaked, “virgin”, naked expression of Chardonnay. Fresh peach, melon and tropical fruit characteristics along with good acidity emerge from this mid-weight, zesty white. Consume it over the next year or so. Tel. (831) 642-9200; Fax (831) 644-7829

Dry, acidic and watery, with a suggestion of lemon and lime fruit.——S.H.(2/1/2010)—— 81

Nice and dry, with brisk acidity framing pineapple, vanilla and cinnamon spice flavors, boosted with a touch of smoky oak.——S.H.(8/1/2009)—— 84