More lemon oil, hazelnut, and smoke are present in the 2006 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard.

Full-bodied, fresh, and lively, it is an outstanding effort. These three single vineyard efforts are very successful Chardonnays for this vintage. While not

at the quality level of the 2005s, 2004s, and perhaps the 2007s, they are noteworthy successes in this challenging year.