The delicious 2007 Chardonnay exhibits plenty of fresh citrus interwoven with hints of white peaches and apples in its natural, lively, pure personality. Medium-bodied and zesty, it is ideal for drinking over the next 1-2 years. Two-thirds of this cuvee was blended and aged in stainless steel, and one-third was aged in French oak. Readers looking for some excellent values should check out Napa Station.www.napastation.com

Here’s a bright, strongly flavored Chardonnay. It has pie-filling peach, pineapple and apple flavors, while some new oak adds buttered toast and vanilla.——S.H.(11/15/2008)—— 85