I have to admit that I’m a fan of the Chateau’s Barrel Fermented Chardonnays of the past – the 2010 and the 2007 were among some of my favourites. The 2011 is another in a long line of delicious, approachable Chardonnays in this range at a price that’s hard to believe for a wine of this quality. Aromas of honey and butter with nectarine and dried apricots … I love a Chard where you get both fruit and barrel elements and this one delivers: vanilla cream on the palate with butterscotch and baked apple all balanced with a good hit of acidity. Price: $13.95 – Rating: ****