From the Kendall-Jackson Elite Series, the 1998 Chardonnay KJ Elite Series Santa Maria/Santa Barbara is a thrilling effort. Sadly, only 250 cases were produced. Leesy, smoky aromas of roasted hazelnuts, lemon grass, honeyed tangerines, grapefruit and pears jump from the glass. Vaguely reminiscent of some of the terrific white Burgundies produced by Jean-Francois Coche-Dury, this nicely-textured, long Chardonnay should drink well for 2-3 years.(release date 11/00)Tel. (800) 769-3649; Fax (707) 579-3419