2008 Chardonnay, Freestone Vineyards

"A stylish cool-climate Chardonnay, intense, crisp, vibrant and concentrated, with subtle citrus and pippin apple notes giving it a juicy sensation. Ends with slate and mineral notes that are firm and focused, reverberating on the finish. Drink now through 2018."

What's so nice about this Chardonnay is the way the dryness, acidity and minerality combine with tropical fruit to make for a splendid, Chablis-style California wine. It's a connoisseur's Chardonnay, requiring some understanding of structure. Don't drink it too cold; could even stand a brief decant at room temperature.

Taut, elegant, oatmeal flavors reminiscent of Meursault.

"Spry and sprightly, tight and well-fruited, so youthful that it could pass for a 2009... and it shows keenly focused green apple, stony, citrusy fruit tones and a carefully laid-on layer of rich oak."

Taut, elegant, oatmeal flavors reminiscent of Meursault.

Taut, elegant, oatmeal flavors reminiscent of Meursault.

"Spry and sprightly, tight and well-fruited, so youthful that it could pass for a 2009... and it shows keenly focused green apple, stony, citrusy fruit tones and a carefully laid-on layer of rich oak."

Taut, elegant, oatmeal flavors reminiscent of Meursault.

"Very Highly Recommended"