The 2010 Antiguas Chardonnay was partially barrel-fermented and aged in a mix of new and used French oak for 4-6 months. Notions of baking spices, poached pear, melon, and buttered popcorn inform the nose of a concentrated, savory, well-balanced Chardonnay that should stand up well to most fish courses. Drink this excellent value over the next 2-3 years. Importer: Winebow, Inc., New York, NY; www.winebow.com

On the softer side, with a baked apple hint framing basic pear and melon notes. Drink now. 4,400 cases made.??–JM??Region: Chile / Central Valley-Chile / Maipo / Maipo Valley Select to Add

Tropical aromas include banana. There’s good texture here framing toasted apple, melon and banana flavors. Tastes lightly buttered on the finish, with notes of apple and lemon. Normal and good. ——M.S.(12/1/2011)—— 86