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Kistler Chardonnay Sonoma Valley Kistler Vineyard(2003)

Spectacular ripeness along with a liquid minerality give this large-scaled, bigger than life Chardonnay tremendous balance/equilibrium. This compelling, full-bodied, dense wine offers smoky hazelnut characteristics intermixed with oranges, lemons, tropical fruits, and hints of Grand Marnier as well as caramel. There is a lot going on in this full-bodied, concentrated yet impeccably well-balanced offering. It should drink well for a decade.
Stephen Tanzer
International Wine Cellar
Issue 126, May/June 2006
94/100
July 2007
($65) Medium yellow with green highlights. Subtle aromas of peach blossom, lemon cream and vanilla. Big, sweet, layered and rich; chewy but not at all heavy. Very highly concentrated wine with ripe, pure fruit flavors of citrus and stone fruits. Wonderfully ripe and fruit-driven without being exotic. Very long and rich on the back.
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Robert Parker
The Wine Advocate
Issue 157
94-96
July 2007
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James Laube
Wine Spectator
88/100
July 2007
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James Laube
Wine Spectator
06/30/06
88/100
June 2006
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International Wine Cellar
May-06
94/100
May 2007
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