One other white, the 2007 Chardonnay Ian’s Reserve Stoller Vineyard merits attention. Medium straw-colored, it has an excellent bouquet of smoke, mineral, apple, pear, and a hint of tropical aromas. Creamy-textured, ripe, and vibrant, this nicely balanced, potentially complex Chardonnay will evolve for 2-3 years and drink well through 2015, at the least. Chehalem produces a bevy of value priced white wines, many of which are reviewed in Issue 184 on the erobertparker.com website.Tel. (503) 538-9396; www.chehalemwines.com

Polished, round, spicy and creamy around a core of juicy pear and melon fruit, remaining focused and elegant as the finish lingers well. Drink now through 2012. 482 cases made. -HS

The model for Chehalem’s Ian’s Reserve Chardonnay is fine white Burgundy. Scents and flavors emphasize caramel, unsalted butter, green apple and green banana, with the barrel flavors in the lead at the moment. Be sure to give it plenty of breathing time.——P.G.(12/15/2009)—— 90