Barrel fermented and aged for 9-10 months with little or no malo-lactic, the 2011 Isolation Ridge Chardonnay gives a very good intensity of ripe nectarine, apricot and toast aromas over roasted almonds, cedar and butterscotch. Light to medium-bodied, it has a great concentration of stone fruit and toast flavors with lively acid and a nice silkiness to the texture, finishing long. Though it makes for a fresh, fruit glass now, it should open and evolve, cellaring to 2016+. Importer: John Larchet, The Australian Premium Wine Collection; www.tapwc.com

Fresh, inviting and light, with lively pear and floral aromas and flavors, finishing with a silky texture. Drink now through 2016. 1,000 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / Western Australia / Frankland River Select to Add