The 2004 Chardonnay (86% Chardonnay and 14% Sauvignon Blanc) exhibits copious quantities of melon, honeysuckle, and orange rind characteristics along with terrific fruit intensity and medium body. It is meant to be consumed over the next year. Buckeley’s produces large quantities of value-priced, impeccably well-made, fruit-forward wines that exhibit surprising purity as well as elegance.Importer: Peter Click, Click Imports, Seattle, WA; tel. (800) 859-0689

The crisp, elegant 2003 Chardonnay offers scents of ripe apples, pears, and lemon zest along with a hint of orange skin. This fruit-driven, medium-bodied, fresh Chardonnay reveals good underlying acidity, but its three month oak aging is not apparent in either the aromas or flavors. Drink it over the next 12-24 months. This is an intelligently made effort designed for both neophytes and serious wine drinkers looking for attractive, authentic, clean varietal flavors offering generous food flexibility.Importer: Peter Click, Click Imports, Seattle, WA; tel. (800) 859-0689

Nutty and buttery on the nose, with some pineapple notes. Light on the palate, just some faint pear and white peach flavors, finishing lemony and clean.——J.C.(1/1/2004)—— 84

A crisp white, light and lean, with pretty green apple and herb flavors. Drink now. 7,000 cases made.??–HS??Region: Australia / South Australia Select to Add