Comprised of 100% estate-grown grapes and barrel fermented in new French oak, this is Woodward Canyon’s premier Chardonnay. The richness of the oak almost overpowers the nose, but when one thinks of premier cru Burgundy it’s hard to tell the difference. In the mouth, the fruit more than holds its own, with firm acids and plenty of ripe peach and apricot flavors. Additional time in bottle is needed to soften the hard edges. Just 143 cases made.——P.G.(6/1/2001)—— 93