Ripe, rounded, loaded with fruit and texture, the 2011 Chardonnay exhibits outstanding aromas and flavors of brioche, vanilla custard, toast and baked apple pie to go with a medium to full-bodied, voluptuously textured palate. Big, upfront and crowd pleasing in style, it’s a great value and should be consumed over the coming 1-2 years. Drink now-2015. Tel. (805) 698-7318; www.rusackvineyards.com