Recent Reviews - The following reviews were conducted in the last year. Below are 1 through 20 of the 233 recent reviews found. (A total of 876 reviews were conducted in the last 48 months.)

93 • Rodney Strong 2007 Estate Vineyards, Chardonnay, Chalk Hill, Sonoma County $20. Cellar Selection. Best Buy.
Aromas of roasted pecans, latte, and buttery caramel apple follow through on a round, silky entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium body with subtle depth and a elegant mineral and lemon rind accented finish. Very Old World in style and quite table friendly. (tasted on Mar-04-2010)

93 • Jarvis 2008 Unfined, Unfiltered Reserve, Chardonnay, Napa Valley $95.
Yellow straw green color. Aromas of latte coffee, toasty apple pie crust, and roasted pistachios follow through on a soft, round entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-full body with rich layers of brown spices, lemon curd, and creme brulee. Finishes with a very long, rich, fruit and mineral fade. A powerful, elegant chardonnay. (tasted on Mar-08-2010)

92 • Small Wonders 2008 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley $13.99.
Bright yellow-straw hue. Opulent, perfumed pineapple and melon aromas show great purity and tropical-fruit ripeness. A lush entry leads a rounded, full-bodied palate with a supple texture. Sweet oak flavors linger through the finish. An interesting, complex, stylish Chardonnay. (tasted on Aug-15-2009)

92 • Kenneth Volk 2007 "Santa Maria Cuveé", Chardonnay, Santa Maria Valley.
Golden straw color. Waxy apple and lemongrass and butter roasted nut aromas follow through on a soft, plush entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with kiwi, candied Key lime, and praline notes. Finishes with a soft, lemon curd and cream fade. A tasty and stylish chardonnay for the table. (tasted on Oct-05-2009)

92 • Renteria 2008 Chardonnay, Carneros Napa Valley $40.
Gold color. Interesting aromas of apple sauce, dill, and marinated green olives follow through on a round, silky entry to a fruity-yet-dry medium-full body with juicy layers of spice, buttercream, and orange-pineapple compote. Finishes with a long, refreshing finish. Unique and stylish. (tasted on Mar-08-2010)

92 • Jarvis 2008 Finch Hollow Vineyard, Chardonnay, Napa Valley $95.
Golden straw green color. Aromas of lemon buttercream, honeyed pineapple, toasted walnut, and peach cobbler follow through on a soft, satiny entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-full body with excellent depth and integration of flavor. Finishes with a long, juicy, mineral accented fade. (tasted on Mar-08-2010)

91 • B.R. Cohn 2008 Sangiacamo Vineyard, Chardonnay, Carneros $29.99.
Bright golden yellow color. Refined and layered aromas of spicy fruit compote and toasted nuts have a slight peppery edge and follow on a soft, supple entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with Meyer lemon and delicate creme Anglaise notes. Finishes with tangy wave of sweet citrusy acidity and fine minerality. A clean and precise, very Burgundian style that will excel at the table with lobster and crab. (tasted on Sep-28-2009)

90 • Ozzie Ba Ru 2007 Chardonnay, Hunter Valley $17.95.  Organically Grown Grapes 
Deep, bright golden-straw hue. Toasty French vanilla aromas have a prominent oak character. A ripe entry leads a rich, full-bodied palate with bright acidity. Creamy finish. Drink now. (tasted on Aug-15-2009)

90 • The Crusher 2008 Wilson Vineyard, Chardonnay, Clarksburg $12.99.
Brilliant yellow-straw hue. Attractive apple pie aromas carry an integrated oak influence. A ripe entry leads a creamy, rounded, moderately full-bodied palate. Weighty-yet-delicate with great depth of flavor and a lengthy finish. Drink now. (tasted on Aug-15-2009)

90 • Daniel Gehrs 2008 Un-Oaked, Chardonnay, Monterey $15.
Aromas of overripe peach, pickled pepper, honeycomb, and nougat follow through on a round, silky entry to a medium-to-full body with great smooth texture and balanced flavors and acidity. Finishes with a crisp, sliced pineapple and peppercorn accented fade. Nice purity and vibrancy. (tasted on Aug-17-2009)

90 • Alexandria Nicole 2006 Chardonnay, Columbia Valley $14.
Brilliant yellow-straw hue. Elegant, integrated French vanilla, pear, and cream nose. A ripe entry leads a rounded, moderately full-bodied palate with a silky texture and wood tinged flavors through the creamy finish. A stylish Chardonnay. (tasted on Aug-15-2009)

90 • Lander Jenkins 2008 Chardonnay, California $12.
Golden yellow color with a nickel cast. Aromas of dried peaches, apple crisp, golden raisins, and orange blossom honey follow through on a round, supple entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with Key lime custard, cocoa butter, and delicate gingerbread notes on the tangy fade. A fun, well crafted chardonnay for sipping or with bbq chicken. (tasted on Aug-17-2009)

90 • Solaire 2006 Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands $14.99.
Deep golden-straw hue. Intense, perfumed brown butter, cream, and Dutch apple pie nose. A ripe entry leads a generous, moderately full-bodied palate with great depth of flavor. Taking on some maturing complexities. A big style, but admirably restrained in alcohol with appropriate acidity. Drinking beautifully now. Great value. (tasted on Aug-15-2009)

90 • Hagafen 2008 Chardonnay, Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley $24.  Kosher 
Golden color. Rich aromas of spicy apple pie, waxy honeycomb, and pineapple soufflé follow through on a round, supple entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with great depth and balance of fruit and buttery oak flavors. Finishes with a crisp, tropical fruit cocktail and custard fade. Very nice. (tasted on Oct-05-2009)

90 • Davis Family 2007 Chardonnay, Russian River Valley $35.
Aromas of toasty coconut cream pie, baked apple and nuts follow through on a supple, soft entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium body with delicate creamy vanilla and spice notes. Finishes with a elegant, resonant starfruit and mineral accented fade. Nicely balanced for the table. (tasted on Oct-05-2009)

90 • Biltmore Estate 2008 Biltmore Estate, Chardonnay, North Carolina $14.99. Best Buy.
Interesting aromas of bold eucalyptus honey, candied ginger, mint buttercream, and spicy apple pie follow through on a soft, but lively entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium body with good intensity of apple and pear fruit and a snappy, lightly herbal and peppery spice accented fade. Fun; pair with spicy Latin chicken dishes. (tasted on Sep-28-2009)

90 • Manzoni Estate 2007 Santa Lucia Highland Vineyard, Chardonnay, Santa Lucia Highlands $24.
Pale yellow gold color. Aromas of sweet toasty coconut cream pie and butter peach cobbler follow through on a soft, silky entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium body with a Meyer lemon buttercream note and gentle lightly spicy finish. A very attractive understated sipper. (tasted on Oct-05-2009)

90 • Elk Run 2008 Cold Friday Vineyard, Chardonnay, Maryland $13.99. Best Buy.
Pale golden silver color. Nuanced aromas of apple and pear tarts, marshmallow, and creamy nougat follow through on a soft, supple entry to a dry-yet-fruity light-to-medium body with subtle sweet citrus custard and pineapple notes. Finishes with a graceful balanced fade. A very nicely styled chardonnay with refined flavors and judicious use of oak. (tasted on Sep-28-2009)

90 • Tomasello 2008 "Nevers Oak" Reserve, Chardonnay, Outer Coastal Plain $15. Best Buy.
Toasty oak and spice cake aromas follow through on a round, entry to a dry-yet-fruity medium-to-full body with pleasing flavors of apple, lemon and spiced nuts. Finishes with a long, balanced, vanilla kissed fade. A great, Burgundian styled chardonnay reminiscent of Chassagne Montrachet or Mersault. (tasted on Jan-11-2010)

90 • Hagafen 2008 Chardonnay, Oak Knoll District, Napa Valley $24.  Kosher 
Bright golden yellow color. Rich apple pie, lemon curd, and pineapple cake aromas follow through on a ripe, supple entry to fruity-yet-dry medium-to-full body with great depth and nice layers of spice and sweet cream. Finishes with a long, herb and mineral accented fade. A delicious, balanced, and spot-on Napa chardonnay. Pair with fish and beurre blanc sauce (tasted on Mar-08-2010)

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