The 2006 Chardonnay Belle Terre Vineyard (which sees full malolactic fermentation) offers more tropical fruit honeyed apricot and hints of mango orange marmalade and brioche. Medium to full-bodied rich and tasty with good acidity as well as a long finish this stunning value should last for 2-3 years. More consumers need to realize how many outstanding values are available in the Chateau St. Jean portfolio especially in their white wine program.

Reminiscent of the 2000 this wine has a crisp linear character that emphasizes minerals rather than the overt tropical fruits the vineyard shows in warmer vintages. It's a fine dry acidic Chardonnay whose oak-infused lemon and lime flavors will complement sourdough bread and cracked crab.