The 1998 Chardonnay Edna Valley is butterscotch, smoky, exotic, and toasty. It should be consumed over the next 12-24 months.Meridian has consistently maintained a fair pricing policy, so while this effort may not be a super-star, it represents well-made wines selling at reasonable prices. Readers take note.Tel. (805) 237-6000; fax (805) 239-5715.