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2008 Walter Hansel Winery Chardonnay Cahill Lane Vineyard Russian River Valley
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91 Points | International Wine Cellar , May/June 2010

($36) Vivid yellow. Complex scents of smoky lemon rind, pear, melon and minerals, along with notes of anise and iodine. Concentrated, energetic orange and orchard fruit flavors show a suave buttery quality that's leavened by juicy acidity. Blends freshness with vivacity and finishes with very good clarity, cling and subtly sweet persistence. This is drinking well now.

94 Points | Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate

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