The 2015 Kupe Chardonnay is more tightly knit than the regular bottling, with at least a couple more years of aging potential. Toasted hazelnuts provide an elegant counterbalance to the grapefruity aromas and flavors, while minor notes of grilled white peach, pineapple and baking spices bring complexity, particularly on the long, crisp finish. It's nice to see Larry McKenna's white wines reaching similar heights as his Pinot Noirs.

As it is still in the U.S. market, Larry McKenna opened a superb bottle of the 2013 Kupe Chardonnay. It's certainly at its peak, offering honeyed melon and citrus notes on the nose. Medium to full-bodied, it boasts a generous, layered and richly mealy texture and tremendous length on the finish.