Frankly sweet, like sugared orange, pineapple and mango juice. Fine and clean in acidity, but it’s not really a dry table wine. ——S.H.(2/1/2012)—— 84

A ponderous Chardonnay, marked by excessive new oak flavors and the heavy hand of the winemaker. Shows pineapple, pear and tangerine flavors, but the barrel and malolactic additions soften and sweeten them. ——S.H.(11/1/2011)—— 85

Still acidic and steely in minerals at the age of nearly four years, this Chardonnay has an elegance that will appeal to sommeliers and foodies. It’s a Chablis-style wine, bone dry and crisp, with tart lemon, lime and grapefruit flavors. Defines a leaner California style that is classically Santa Cruz Mountains. ——S.H.(6/1/2011)—— 90

Succulent and opulent, with ripe pineapple puree, Meyer lemon tart, kiwi fruit, pastry crust and tangy mineral flavors, enriched with the buttered toast and caramel of new oak.——S.H.(7/1/2009)—— 89

Rich and oaky, this is one of those Chards that’s so good right out the gate, it washes down just about anything. Ripe in tropical fruits, peaches and apples, with a buttery, creamy texture, it’s got clean, juicy acids. ——S.H.(11/1/2005)—— 90