2005 Stonier Chardonnay 90 points

Chardonnay, Mornington Peninsula, $20


Stonier’s Chardonnay is a oak bomb, although it handles it very well and you can't beat that nutty subtle under-tone. Movie popcorn scents waft from the glass, but there’s also plenty of peach and tangerine fruit to support the oak. Long and citrusy on the finish, picking up hints of butter. This is good now, but may be slightly better next year.