Chardonnay

Bernardus, Monteray County, California, 2008

Bold, rich and layered, with a combination of fig, toasty oak, and hazelnut.  The flavors are pure and focused with a long persistent finish. $44

Francis Ford Coppola, Votre Santé, California, 2009

A lovely combination of white peach, honeydew melon, floral and mineral notes.  Full-bodied, supple and creamy, finishing with a dash of nutmeg. $30

Hess Collection, Su’skol Vineyard, Napa Valley, California, 2009

Aromas of honeysuckle  followed by fruit notes.   Full-bodied with a nice cleansing acidity at the finish. $38

Landmark, Damaris Reserve, Sonoma County, California, 2007

Rich and full-bodied.  Tiers of apricot, melon, fig and citrus that are concentrated without being heavy, ends with a dash of smoky oak.  $74

Neyers, Napa, California, 2007

A great year for this Napa chardonnay.  Leafy green apple and pear flavors are crisp and tight, full-bodied and focused, with subtle nutmeg and hazelnut hints.  $55

Artesa, Carneros, California, 2007

Aromatic, with delicate green apple, floral and pear flavors.  Medium to full-bodied with a long finish that keeps the fruit purity at the center.  $36

Sycamore Lane, California, 2009

A simple Chardonnay with citrus flavors and a ripe oak finish. $6.5/glass  $26/bottle