A lovely wine, unique and distinctive. Has the rich creaminess and citrus and tropical fruit flavors of an upscale Chardonnay, but with a nutty, exotic sweetness, like roasted cashews. Very fine, soft and opulent wine.——S.H.(5/1/2011)—— 91

This is a big, rich, oaky Chardonnay. It’s a little heavy with all that caramel and buttered toast, but acidity brightens the pineapple and peach flavors, and the finish is clean and spicy.——S.H.(2/1/2011)—— 87

Rich and satisfying, this opulent Chardonnay dazzles with sheer deliciousness. Master winemaker Richard Arrowood has pulled out all the stops on this Burgundian-style wine. The flavors, of pineapple custard, lemon meringue, green apple butter, creme brulee and gingersnap cookie, are balanced by perfect acidity. This is by far Arrowood’s greatest Chardonnay in recent memory.——S.H.(5/1/2008)—— 95