Time: 12:00 PM 2010-07-24 Duration: 4 hours The Deliciously Evolving Styles of California Chardonnay With its broad spectrum of flavors and styles, from steely, cool-climate wines to rich and lush blockbusters, there is a Chardonnay for almost every occasion! 2008 Bogle Chardonnay California This is a hand-crafted Chardonnay that has a little bit of something for everyone: barrel fermentation, sur-lies aging and partial malolactic fermentation. These careful processes create a wine with layers of complexity and generous character. The aromatics evoke Bartlett pear and Fiji apple. The texture shows off its silky, soft nature, allowing the creamy notes to envelop the fruit. New American oak adds nutmeg, vanilla and a hint of butterscotch to the finish, though never losing its perfectly balanced acidity. "Best Value" - Wine Spectator Regular Price: $10.99 per bottle, $131.88 per case Sale Price: $9.99 per bottle, $119.88 per case 2008 Foxglove Chardonnay Central Coast, California “This sensational Central Coast, Chardonnay is fermented and aged completely in stainless steel with no malolactic fermentation. Showing loads of tropical fruit, honeysuckle, and orange blossom notes with a luscious medium-bodied texture on the palate. The wine has a crisp underlying acidity, and the result is a fresh, naked expression of Chardonnay that is top-flight.” 91 points, Robert Parker, Wine Advocate. Regular Price: $16.99 per bottle, $203.88 per case Sale Price: $14.99 per bottle, $179.88 per case 2008 Mount Eden Vineyards Arroyo Seco Chardonnay Monterey County, California Made from organically grown grapes, this Chardonnay was aged “sur lie” for eight months. Distinctive aromas of honeysuckle, apricot, and mint are inviting. Full-bodied and richly textured on the palate, it has classic Monterey flavors of nectarine, peach and guava. Regular Price: $25.99 per bottle, $311.88 per case Sale Price: $22.99 per bottle, $275.88 per case 2008 Robert Craig Durell Vineyard Chardonnay Sonoma Valley, California Durell Vineyard has become synonymous with “exceptional Chardonnay”. The complex aromas express bright citrus, white nectarine, orange blossom, and honeydew melon, underlain with a flinty minterality that is characteristic of Durell. On the palate, it shows mouth-filling melon, peach, and apricot followed by blood orange, a touch of spice, and a crisp, Burgundian minerality. This is an exquisitely nuanced, sophisticated Chardonnay with great texture and clean snappy flavors! Regular Price: $55.99 per bottle, $671.88 per case Sale Price: $48.99 per bottle, $587.88 per case 2006 Mount Eden Vineyards Santa Cruz Mountains Chardonnay Central Coast, California “Simply delicious, a rich, buttery style, delivering ripe, vivid and delicate peach, pear and honeydew melon fruit that's complex, concentrated and full-bodied, offering excellent length and depth. Creamy oak adds a touch of smoke and vanilla. The texture is silky.” 96 points, Wine Spectator. Regular Price: $59.99 per bottle, $719.88 per case Sale Price: $54.99 per bottle, $659.88 per case 2008 Palmaz Vineyards Amalia Chardonnay Napa Valley, California This wine is a perfect expression of balanced 100% Chardonnay from both the east and west side of Napa. The west side delivers ripeness with the refreshing acidity. The east side exhibits rich tropical flavors. The lush palate reveals a hint of butter, ripe pear, tropical fruits and citrus, which combine with the rich flavors and crisp finish to make a memorable wine. Only 693 cases produced. Regular Price: $54.99 per bottle, $659.88 per case Sale Price: $48.99 per bottle, $587.88 per case