Faintly hazy appearance. Aromas of pear and smoked meat lifted by grapefruit and flower blossom notes. Dense but bright, with a strong mineral quality giving this chardonnay a youthful austerity. A bit lean on the back end today but persistent and floral.

Community Tasting Notes (average 92.4 pts. and median of 93 pts. in 8 notes)

Rating: 91/100 - As reviewed in Wine Advocate # 132 on Dec-00

Rating for United States-California: 89 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: drink now<br/>