Langtry’s Genevieve Vineyard is an esteemed, estate source of Chardonnay and this wine will show you why. Golden in color with a Burgundian nose, it opens with tart apple, Calvados aromas, just a hint of pineapple followed by a great lemony midpalate, its body voluptuous yet balanced, the textures layered and bright. Aged in French oak, it’s rich and complex, a surprising white from a historic producer.——V.B.(12/1/2011)—— 90

Strong and ripe and oaky. Not showing much subtlety, but a very good example of the modern California style. It’s a clean, vibrant Chardonnay starring massive flavors of pineapple tart, Meyer lemon custard and tangerines, brightened with zesty acidity. ——S.H.(6/1/2010)—— 87

Very rich and opulent, a Chardonnay that can stand on its own alongside most anything from the Russian River. Crisp in acidity, and fueled with oak, it shows complex flavors of pineapples, Asian pears, buttered cinnamon toast, vanilla custard and smoke. ——S.H.(12/1/2009)—— 92

Dry and fashionable, this has a dusty, minerally character and high acidity that’s reminiscent of a good Chablis. The cool, long vintage resulted in subtle peach, pear, pineapple and spice flavors.——S.H.(2/1/2008)—— 90

Lots of extracted, ripe pineapples, pears and butter-sauteed bananas, as well as dusty oriental spices and good acidity. There’s a smoky edge of charcoal from well-toasted oak in this big wine.——S.H.(3/1/2005)—— 87