Handley Cellars Dry Creek Valley Chardonnay Handley Vineyard 2004

Crisp, fine

January 2008

Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Messenger A full-bodied California Chardonnay that balances intense fruit flavors, oak and acidity. The winner of a Critics Awardat the 2006 Critics Challenge International Wine Competition.

This wine is a medium golden color, typical of California Chardonnay. The nose is a blend of floral and fruit notes (casaba melon, pineapple, apple, narcissus and orange blossom) with a gentle infusion of lightly toasted oak. The fruit and oak flavors continue across the palate – a balanced mélange of apple, peach, citrus fruit, butter, and crème brulée. Great balance of fruit, texture, and acidity read more...make Handley the perfect Chardonnay for an evening aperitif or accompaniment to grilled salmon, lobster, seafood pasta, blue cheese, and Mexican food. Can cellar for 2 to 4 years.    (hide)

Rating: Critics Challenge 2006 Award - As reviewed by Critics Challenge on 05/01/06 Creamy and balanced--here's a chardonnay for dinner. Michael Apstein

Rating: 84/100 - As reviewed by Connoisseurs' Guide to California Wines on Oct-06

Rating: San Diego 2006 Bronze - As reviewed by San Diego Int'l Wine Comp. on 04/01/06

Rating: Riverside 2006 Competition Silver - As reviewed by Riverside Competition on 03/31/02