The 1993 Chardonnay Kistler Estate is a backward but fabulously rich, nearly perfect Chardonnay. As one might expect from a wine made from yields of under two tons per acre (frightfully low for Chardonnay), this rich wine possesses a compelling bouquet of buttery, honeyed fruit, roasted nuts and vanilla, layers of concentration, and a full-bodied, crisp, powerful finish. It is a brilliant blend of awesome concentration and unbelievable elegance. Kistler's 1993s possess even more texture, richness, and concentration than the 1992s. When the 1993 Chardonnays are released, readers will have to move quickly if they want to purchase a few bottles. They are the best Chardonnays Kistler has made - and that's saying something, particularly after the great success of this winery's 1992s. These wines, which are made in a Burgundian style, with significant lees contact, a healthy percentage of new oak (all from the Burgundy cooper Francois Freres), are usually bottled without filtration. They are beautiful examples of Chardonnay that easily compare with Burgundy's fine premier and grand crus. Tel. (707) 996-5117; Fax (707) 996-7061.

The 1993 Chardonnay Kistler Estate is a backward but fabulously rich, nearly perfect Chardonnay. As one might expect from a wine made from yields of under two tons per acre (frightfully low for Chardonnay), this rich wine possesses a compelling bouquet of buttery, honeyed fruit, roasted nuts and vanilla, layers of concentration, and a full-bodied, crisp, powerful finish. It is a brilliant blend of awesome concentration and unbelievable elegance.Kistler's 1993s possess even more texture, richness, and concentration than the 1992s. When the 1993 Chardonnays are released, readers will have to move quickly if they want to purchase a few bottles. They are the best Chardonnays Kistler has made - and that's saying something, particularly after the great success of this winery's 1992s. These wines, which are made in a Burgundian style, with significant lees contact, a healthy percentage of new oak (all from the Burgundy cooper Francois Freres), are usually bottled without filtration. They are beautiful examples of Chardonnay that easily compare with Burgundy's fine premier and grand crus.Tel. (707) 996-5117; Fax (707) 996-7061.