| July 25, 2008 |
PAUL HOBBS Chardonnay Russian River Valley 2006 (92 points, $45)
Well-executed in a rich, smoky, toasty oak style, with layers of spicy fig, apricot, honeysuckle and melon flavors that fan out and coat the palate, ending with a long, persistent finish. Drink now through 2011. 3,003 cases made.
--James Laube
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