The unoaked 2008 Four O’Clock Chardonnay is medium straw-colored with an enticing nose of apple, pear, and nectarine. Crisp, flavorful, and well-balanced, this medium-bodied effort will drink well over the next 1-2 years. This cleverly packaged new label from Epicurean Wines should appeal to the Whole Foods of the world, made as they are from organically grown, single vineyard grapes. Importer: Epicurean Wines, Seattle, WA; tel. (206) 923-1376

Distinctly floral, with a Viognier-like note weaving through the pure apple and pear fruit, lingering nicely on the gentle finish. Drink now. 6,000 cases made, 4,000 cases imported.??–HS??Region: Australia / McLaren Vale Select to Add

A tame nose of cream and toast leads to a fairly weighty palate of butter and apples that’s punctuated by attractive guava notes. The nutty finish is just this side of medium. Drink up. ——W.E.(6/1/2010)—— 85