Consumers will adore the 1992 Chardonnay McCrea Vineyard. It reveals a mineral-dominated bouquet that is reminiscent of grand cru Chablis. A rich, full-bodied wine, it offers a lovely combination of honeyed tropical fruits, graceful acidity, and an exceptionally long finish. The wine is even more impressive at the back of the palate than in its attack. Drink this profound California Chardonnay over the next 5-7 years. At their new installation on Vine Hill Road in Sonoma County, Mark Bixler and Steve Kistler have produced the best wines in their distinguished careers. While the 1993 Chardonnays will not be released until next year, it appears that they are as good, perhaps superior to the glorious 1992s, but I will wait until they are bottled to make a final judgment. Of the 1992 Chardonnays reviewed, only three have been released - the Sonoma, the Durell Vineyard, and the Dutton Ranch. The other four Chardonnays - the Cuvee Kathleen, the Kistler Vineyard, the McCrea Vineyard, and the Vine Hill Road Vineyard - will be released November 1st, but it is not too soon to find out what treats are in store for consumers.