The hefty (14.1% alcohol) 1997 Chardonnay Wildwood Vineyard offers aromas of smoke, beer nuts, and honeyed tropical fruit, particularly pineapple. It is complex, rich, and medium to full-bodied, with a good mid-palate and succulent finish. Tel. (707) 833-5501; Fax (707) 833-2204

Another vineyard-designated wine from Kunde. Notable for its honeyed, caramelized flavors, with rich vanilla and oriental spice notes. Medium bodied.——W.E.(11/1/1999)—— 89