A good value for the richness. Even though there’s no oak, the wine is opulently sweet in pineapples, green apples, pears, bananas, mangoes, limes, honey and vanilla. Drink now with roast salmon and summer corn on the cob. ——S.H.(9/1/2011)—— 88

You won’t miss the influence of oak barrels at all on this Chardonnay because it’s so rich in fruit. Dazzles the mouth with waves of pineapples, golden mangoes, ripe limes and sweet pears, balanced with crisp acidity.——S.H.(11/1/2010)—— 87

Beautiful even without oak. Shows crisp, tart flavors of green apples, limes and white peaches, with a spicy edge of vanilla, cinnamon and clove, leading to a dry, clean finish.——S.H.(12/15/2009)—— 88

With no oak, this Chard brims with the flavors of crisp green apples, ripe buttery pears, white peaches, vanilla and spice. Fully dry, it’s notable for its balance and elegant integrity, and is a bracing accompaniment to shellfish.——S.H.(10/1/2008)—— 88