All of the 1996 offerings reviewed in this segment appear to be made in a cookie-cutter fashion. The Chardonnays possess good tropical fruit, including some lemon zest and orange rind, medium body, and moderate amounts of new oak. They are well-made, clean, competent wines that require consumption over the next 1-2 years. None of these offerings will provide exciting drinking, but they are all well-made and ideal for present consumption.Tel. (707) 829-2609; Fax (707) 829-1857

All of the 1996 offerings reviewed in this segment appear to be made in a cookie-cutter fashion. The Chardonnays possess good tropical fruit, including some lemon zest and orange rind, medium body, and moderate amounts of new oak. They are well-made, clean, competent wines that require consumption over the next 1-2 years. None of these offerings will provide exciting drinking, but they are all well-made and ideal for present consumption.Tel. (707) 829-2609; Fax (707) 829-1857