Delicate, with a subtle mix of ripe pear, vanilla, honeysuckle and citrus notes that are focused, complex and detailed, ending with a long, intricate aftertaste. Drink now through 2010. 181 cases made. -JL

The 2005 Chardonnay Clone 96 offers plenty of pear and cool climate grapefruit notes, good acidity, a Chablis-like minerality, and hints of lemon zest and orange rind. It is a French-styled, medium-bodied, lovely Chardonnay to enjoy over the next 2-4 years. Tel. (805) 737-6222; Fax (805) 737-6923

Shows the intense, focused lemon drop and minerality of the estate and indeed of the appellation, with an additional high-toned floral honeysuckle quality and almost a honeyed touch of botrytis. Very rich, very pure in lemon candy, guava and pineapple, with firm acidity and a steely, stony feel in the finish. This is really an elegant, complex white wine. Editors’ Choice. ——S.H.(4/1/2007)—— 94

Wonderful vibrancy, richness and purity of flavor, with complex pear, apple, melon and hazelnut flavors that keep a tight focus and gain complexity on the long, persistent finish. Drink now through 2008. 168 cases made. -JL

The outstanding 2004 Chardonnay Clone 96 is slightly less complex than the Clone 76 and Barrel Select, but it offers a light gold color, crisp acidity, a honeyed citrus/hazelnut-scented bouquet, and a long finish. This French-styled effort is reminiscent of a premier cru from Chassagne-Montrachet.The wine is distributed through the well-known importer, Kobrand, of New York City. Their telephone number is (212) 490-9300.