This is very classy, seamless, complex and rich chardonnay – one of the best of the year from California, or anywhere...

The 2008 Montelena shows customary restraint, class and elegance, with significant structure, depth of flavour and...

chardonnay

Feb '11. Straw with yellow green hues. Butter and coconut cream on the nose. Pear and dried pineapple also come out on aroma. A great mouth feel with some creamed corn, lemon and coconut. It had acidity, but I found it underneath the chin and puckering on the cheeks, which is a sign of acidification. This would be a nice addition to a cellar. Great with any fatty fish, rich cheeses, sauteed poultry.