The 2005 Chardonnay Clone 96 offers plenty of pear and cool climate grapefruit notes, good acidity, a Chablis-like minerality, and hints of lemon zest and orange rind. It is a French-styled, medium-bodied, lovely Chardonnay to enjoy over the next 2-4 years. Tel. (805) 737-6222; Fax (805) 737-6923

Delicate, with a subtle mix of ripe pear, vanilla, honeysuckle and citrus notes that are focused, complex and detailed, ending with a long, intricate aftertaste. Drink now through 2010. 181 cases made. -JL

Shows the intense, focused lemon drop and minerality of the estate and indeed of the appellation, with an additional high-toned floral honeysuckle quality and almost a honeyed touch of botrytis. Very rich, very pure in lemon candy, guava and pineapple, with firm acidity and a steely, stony feel in the finish. This is really an elegant, complex white wine. Editors’ Choice. ——S.H.(4/1/2007)—— 94