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February 1, 2005

2005 Editor’s Picks California Chardonnay 

Of 25 Chardonnays

#7 Chasseur Chardonnay Sonoma Valley Durell 2002 - 92 Pts. $50 (Sold Out) 
A ripe, rich, opulent and plush style that packs in loads of tasty citrus, green apple, pear and lemony merengue notes, at one time offering a big, showy display, yet the acidity keeps the flavors on a tightwire beam, finishing with a cleansing aftertaste.

#12 Chasseur Chardonnay Russian River Valley Lorenzo - 91 Pts. $45 (Buy Now)
The rich, elegant range of flavors build gracefully in this wine, starting with a touch of lemon peel and ripe pear and then folding in hints of hazelnut and smoky oak, finish with a long, complex aftertaste.

#13 Chasseur Chardonnay Carneros Green Acres Hill - 91 Pts. $42.50 (Buy Now)
A rich, multifaceted wine with layers of creamy underripe fig, apricot, honeydew melon and a touch of citrus, it holds its tight focus on the long complex finish.

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