100% Chardonnay sourced from the sandy, lime soil of Lot 4 in the Domingo vineyard. The 1996 vintage in the Domingo vineyard was characterized by warmer than normal temperatures throughout February and March, with average temperatures of 19.5° C, 1.2° C above normal. This trend continued throughout the nights, with the thermal amplitude at 12.5° C, about 0.5° C less than usual. The warmer conditions resulted in aromas of honeyed apples and concentrated ripe pear fruit flavors with a hint of tropical notes and excellent acid balance. This vintage can be enjoyed now and will continue to improve over the next 3 to 5 years.