(RP93-95 points) The 2012 Chardonnay Stone Cote Vineyard (a block within the Durell Vineyard planted on gravelly riverbed soils) is 100% barrel-fermented and bottled unfined and unfiltered. Made from a combination of Old Wente clones and some of the newer Chardonnay clones, it exhibits a terrific wet rock/powdered stone-like minerality along with beautiful aromas of exotic fruits (mangoes and tangerines), great intensity, full body, terrific acidity, and 14.8% alcohol. This beautiful Burgundian-styled Chardonnay should be enjoyed over the next 7-8 years. - Robert Parker

Bright lemon citrus approaching orange citrus, citrus blossom, and lemon meringue on the nose. Juicy and opulent from start to finish on the palate with rich citrus flavors, a touch of pineapple, and a subtle, buttered caramel edge. Plenty of acidity to keep this delicious Chardonnay moving across the palate. Displays an Old World sensibility in its citrus fruit profile, yet packs a New World punch in its weighty mid-palate and balanced oak and lees flavors. Hedonistic now, and will definitely improve over the next 5-10 years.