Winemaker Morten Hallgren harnesses a traditional Italian grape-drying technique called appassimento to create this richly concentrated but dry Chardonnay. Initial notes of smoke and roasted hazelnut skins fade on the nose and palate to reveal a clean, fresh apple and pear character, speckled with white flowers and a bright lemon-lime acidity.——A.I.(12/1/2011)—— 87

This Chardonnay has depth, starting with its unfolding nose of ripe Chardonnay fruit, minerals, hazelnut and citrus. The palate offers flavors of pear, citrus and grapefruit, its character refreshing and fruity but somewhat complex. An impressive white that can handle richer dishes.——S.K.(2/1/2010)—— 86

Structured, buttery oak flavors comprise this enjoyable wine. Heft from beginning to end and the viscous mouthfeel offers some indulgence, but the wall of oak offers little evidence of the flavors beyond, lending simplicity to a wine that, by variety, has potential to offer something more.——S.K.(2/1/2007)—— 85