El Molino Chardonnay 2005

Brilliant pale green gold. Lifted aromas of lemon oil, kaffir lime leaf, pear, feijoa (pineapple-guava) and honeysuckle underscored by wet stones and ginger. Taught crisp entry to a dense viscous mid-palate that is harmoniously framed by crisp acids that highlight lemon verbena and white flower flavors that carry through to ... more

Leeuwin Estate Art Series Chardonnay 2004

The fresh nose is classical Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay, with intensely lifted aromas of ripe yellow pear skins and ripe peach accompanied by hints of fig and cashews from barrel maturation on yeast lees with integrated French oak. These flavours combine into a finely balanced bouquet; the result of very low ... more

Sbragia Family Gamble Ranch Chardonnay 2005

These grapes come from several blocks in this Yountville vineyard where there are lots of different clones planted. My goal is to make a Chardonnay in the biggest, most intensely rich style while keeping the wine in balance and maintaining the vineyard's terroir and fruit expression. more

Shafer Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay 2006

This is a wine that offers layers of flamboyant flavors on an initial taste while more delicate layers emerge as the wine develops in the glass – aromas and flavors of honeysuckle, Fuji apple, apricot, and exotic flavors of the tropics. The underlying acidity is integrated with warm, toasty oak, ... more

Peter Michael Belle Cote Chardonnay 2006

Distinctly intense and powerfully hedonistic aromas of lychee nuts, citrus and rose petals come to mind with a background of mineral, candied orange, yellow peach, nutmeg and a final touch of cedar. Weighty in the mouth and creamy, the palate is rich and seamless. High natural acidity and notes of ... more

Paul Hobbs Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2006

Our appellation release of chardonnay exemplifies all the verve and personality of the 2006 vintage. An opalescent pale straw hue carries an expressive nose that sings with heady aromas of white flowers, honeysuckle and citrus oil, preparing the senses for a palate creamy in texture and bursting with flavors of ... more

Paul Hobbs Richard Dinner Vineyard Chardonnay 2006

The Dinner Vineyard has become known for the opulent, golden-hued, chardonnay we produce from its Old Wente clone vines. It is broad-shouldered, dense and viscous in the mouth with a unique, almost smoky quality on the finish. In the 2006 vintage, a spicy nose accompanies a luxuriant palate of fresh ... more

Bouchard Père & Fils Beaune Clos Saint Landry 2006

Very pale gold colour with green shades. Complex bouquet combining toasted fruit and mineral flavours. Fresh, rich and ample to the palate, with refined toasted hints. A very fine wine. Good with dishes accompanied by fairly spicy sauces. more

Bouchard Père & Fils Meursault Genevrières 2006

Subtle, characteristic bouquet with an oaky note. Full yet refined, without the slightest heaviness and with the liveliness typical of Les Genevrières. A voluptuous wine. Good ageing potential. Try with fish dishes in sauce, such as pike in white butter sauce and salmon with sorrel sauce. more

Paul Hobbs Walker Station Chardonnay 2006

Walker Station Vineyard produces a rich, elegant, layered chardonnay with crisp acidity and clean minerality. The 2006 is pale straw in color and offers luxuriant aromas of fresh orange blossom, stone fruit and custard. On the palate, focused flavors of ripe red apple, toasted brioche and citrus zest unfold in ... more

Shafer Red Shoulder Ranch Chardonnay 2007

Shafer’ssingle-vineyard Carneros-grown Chardonnay is produced from small-clustered clones of grapes selected for their low yields and distinctive flavors. Fermentation takes place within individual oak and stainless steel barrels using native yeasts. The wine matures on the lees for 14 months and since it undergoes no malolactic fermentation this Chardonnay retains ... more

Bouchard Père & Fils Chassagne Montrachet 2006

ale gold colour with green shades. Fresh and refined nose combining flavours of acacia and lemon with a light mineral touch. Fresh and rich mouth, with a beautiful lingering taste. A very nice wine. more