This is Geyser Peak’s barrel-fermented Chardonnay. It shows classic Alexander Valley ripeness, with rich tropical fruit, green apple, pear, buttered popcorn and vanilla flavors, accented with racy acidity. Very nice now with roast salmon, crab or a simple roast chicken.——S.H.(5/1/2010)—— 87

Too oaky by far, this simple Chard tastes like a toothpick. The flavors of caramel and smoky char dominate the pineapple fruit, which itself has a candied, sweet finish.——S.H.(4/1/2009)—— 83