The superb 2004 Chardonnay North Slope Vineyard offers up aromas of honeysuckle, poached pears, lemon blossom, and subtle oak. From one of the cooler, most northern Hansel vineyards, it possesses superb underlying acidity and structure (reminiscent of a red wine). Enjoy it over the next 5-7 years. Kudos to Stephen Hansel for keeping prices so realistic.
Previously recommended: 2003 Chardonnay Cahill Lane (91), 2003 Chardonnay Cuvee Alyce (91+), 2003 Chardonnay Estate (89), 2003 Chardonnay North Slope Vineyard (90+), 2003 Pinot Noir Cuvee Alyce (92+), 2003 Pinot Noir Estate (88), 2003 Pinot Noir Hirsch Block Three (90), 2003 Pinot Noir The North Slope (90+), 2003 Pinot Noir Three Rows (88?).
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