Barrel fermented in 20% new oak and aged 14 months in barrel, the 2009 Runholder Chardonnay has a moderate intensity of toasted almond and apricot notes over nuances of powdered ginger, apple slices and crushed biscuits. The full bodied palate gives mouth-filling ripe peach and toast flavors with crisp acidity and a long honey-nut finish. Drinking now, it should cellar to 2016. Importer: Foley Family Wines, Healdsburg, CA

The 2008 Runholder Chardonnay was barrel fermented in 40% new oak and aged 9 months in oak. It displays a moderate intensity of apricot and pear tart notes with nuances of creamy oatmeal and mace. Full bodied with a good amount of ripe apple and warm pear flavors to fill the mouth, it has refreshing acidity and a long creamy finish. Drinking nicely now, it should continue to give pleasure through 2014. Importer: Foley Family Wines, Healdsburg, CA