Deeply fruity, intense and concentrated, with a mix of vanilla, ripe pear, citrus and floral notes. Gains velocity on the finish, where the flavors fan out, giving this a creamy flavor. Drink now through 2010. 179 cases made. -JL

The 2005 Chardonnay Clone 76 offers up subtle notions of honeysuckle, cold steel, hazelnut, and orange marmalade. This ambitiously made effort possesses serious concentration, nicely integrated wood, and a 3-4 year window of drinkability.Tel. (805) 737-6222; Fax (805) 737-6923

It must be the clone that lends a slightly heavy, earthy weight and flavor to this Chard, which is softer and more rustic than Foley’s other ’05s. The pineapple, lemon, guava and nectarine have a stewed or baked pie-filling quality. Quite good, but not really my favorite of the lineup.——S.H.(4/1/2007)—— 88

Ripe and viscous, bordering on cloying, with honeyed pear, pineapple, fig and apricot flavors that pick up a spicy hazelnut and nutmeg character. Drink now. 167 cases made. -JL

The sexy, Meursault-styled 2004 Chardonnay Clone 76 reveals big, buttery, smoky characteristics, medium to full body, and loads of heady glycerin and richness in its flamboyant personality. The wine is distributed through the well-known importer, Kobrand, of New York City. Their telephone number is (212) 490-9300.