The flagship wine aged in 100% new French oak is the 2003 Chardonnay Marcassin Estate. It came across as a California Corton-Charlemagne look-alike with aromas of white fruits intermixed with brioche hazelnut liquified rocks and a touch of gun flint. The wine has glorious richness crisp underlying acidity some hints of orange blossom great structure and a soaring long finish of close to a minute. This is a stunner that is about as compelling as any Chardonnay made in the world. It should drink well for up to a decadel. Previously recommended: 2002 Chardonnay Marcassin Vineyard (99) 2002 Chardonnay Three Sisters (96) 2002 Chardonnay Zio Tony Ranch (95) 2002 Pinot Noir Blue Slide Ridge (95+) 2002 Pinot Noir Bondi Home Ranch (94) 2002 Pinot Noir Marcassin Estate (98) 2002 Pinot Noir Three Sisters (96).Tel. (707) 258-3608; Fax (707) 942-5633