Vanilla, spice and citrus aromas start this dependable Greek Chardonnay. Spicy citrus, vanilla, fresh white fruit and flowers on the palate are balanced and easy to love. Pair with richer seafood or salads.——S.K.(6/1/2011)—— 86

The 2006 DUM VINUM SPERUM is 100% Chardonnay. It comes with a screwcap. The oak is a bit too prominent, particularly on the finish, but this is otherwise a very elegantly wrought wine, focused, precise, bright and flavorful. As it sits and warms, it becomes more and more attractive, the acidity cutting through the oak and the fruit finally emerging, but the oak always remains a bit too prominent. It is a solid wine with some grip on the finish, more evidence of the good things Skouras does with international grapes. That may not be what the purists always want to see---but there are some nice results here. There were 400 cases produced. Drink now-2011. Importer: Diamond Importers, Chicago, IL; tel: (773) 549-6211