Readers looking for the ultimate expression in ripe, super-concentrated California Chardonnay should check out the light gold-colored 1998 Chardonnay Sbragia Limited Release. This offering is a flamboyant, exotic, super-ostentatious Chardonnay. While oily and concentrated, is also laid back. Nevertheless, it represents Chardonnay at its most intense. Smoky hazelnut/leesy notions as well as ripe, honeyed, citrus and tropical fruit emerge from this unctuously-textured, full-bodied effort. It is produced from some of Beringer's finest Chardonnay vineyards, including State Lane, the Gamble Ranch, and their Yountville Vineyard. Concentrated and long, with admirable underlying acidity, this wine will drink well for 5-6 years. (release date 6/00) Tel. (707) 963-7115; Fax (707) 963-1735