The 2008 The Stump Jump Lightly Wooded Chardonnay saw a bit of wild yeast fermentation, a tad of barrel ferment, and a brief period in French and American oak. It is a pleasant, fruity wine with aromas and flavors of baking spices, apple, and pear. It will provide friendly drinking over the next 1-2 years. The d’Arenberg portfolio is loaded with values. The winery works with over 140 growers to fashion their superb blends. For the 2008 vintage, the entry-level The Stump Jump series has been expanded. Importer: Old Bridge Cellars, Napa, CA; www.oldbridgecellars.com

Bright and jazzy, with citrus and pineapple flavors, lingering on the zesty finish. Drink now. 3,000 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / Adelaide Select to Add

This starts off peachy, but there's also a bit of roasted or grilled sweet corn for complexity. It's medium-bodied and crisp, with a fresh finish.——J.C.(11/1/2009)—— 86