Geyser Peak’s Reserve Chards have been pretty good lately, as they learn how to bring balance to grapes that ripen so easily. The ’05 is plenty ripe, packed with jammy apricot, tangerine and oaky vanilla custard and butterscotch flavors. It’s a rich, exotic wine, with good enough acidity for balance.——S.H.(10/1/2007)—— 88

Bright, perky fruit stars in this lovely wine. It’s ripe in pineapple and tangerine, with a rich, custard and meringue finish, but it’s dry and complex. Easy to like. ——S.H.(10/1/2005)—— 90

This is the epitome of California Chardonnay, in all of its marvelous excess of butter, toast and richness. It’s viscous and creamy on the palate, with modest apple and pear notes on the finish.——W.E.(11/1/2003)—— 87