Unquestionably, one of the finest values I have encountered in American whites over the past few years is the 2001 Chardonnay Grand Estates. Its enthralling, smoky, toasty, pear aromas lead to a lush, oily-textured personality that is medium-bodied, plump, and sultry. This well-balanced, flavorful wine has an exquisite mouth-feel and loads of spicy white fruit and oak in its exuberant personality. Drink it over the next two years. Tel. (508) 875-2061