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2006 Gary Farrell Chardonnay Russian River Selection

Sunday, February 1st, 2009

89 / B

Tasted by Mike Supple - 12 Dec 2008

Pale, bright steely gold color. Light pear and apple aromas are joined by caramel, baking spices and wet stones with a lingering touch of ripe nectarines. Round and creamy on the entry with a warm, toasty apple cobbler mid-palate. Full bodied with great balance. Long, lingering butterscotch flavor.

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2006 Mer Soleil Silver Chardonnay

Wednesday, January 28th, 2009

90 / B+

Tasted by Mike Supple - 21 Oct 2008

Medium lemon yellow core with a bright clear rim. Ripe and tropical on the nose with yellow pear and apple fruits backed by rich mango, nectarine and a dose of wet slate. Impressively round in the mouth with nice full body and rich mouth feel. Pineapple and mango flavors are accented by zesty lemon and lime, all underscored by a good dose of minerals and acid. Round and ripe yet crisp and refreshing. A complex, fun California Chardonnay.

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