($55) Yellow-gold. Leesy, nutty aromas of pear, nectarine and white flowers. Very fresh and concentrated, with powerful tangerine and pear flavors braced by zesty acidity. Picks up a strong spice note on the long, energetic finish. This is all Hanzell clone.

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Aromas of honeysuckle, lemon oil, and white peach along with superb minerality are found in the 2005 Chardonnay South River Vineyard. With fabulous texture, a flinty character, and great generosity, richness, purity, and length, it should drink well for 5-7 years. Kudos to Tom Rochioli, one of the wine world's great guys who, without any fanfare, continues to turn out world-class wines of extraordinary aromatic and flavor dimensions.

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