This top-of-the-line Chard gets the full Monty—barrel fermentation, lees-stirring, malolactic fermentation—resulting in a toasty, buttery wine that’s oaky from start to finish. Thankfully, there’s also decent pear and apple fruit underneath and a lingering finish. Imported by Cordon Selections. ——J.C.(5/1/2006)—— 89