Chardonnay, Willamette Valley

From NOAH RIVER Golden straw in color. Big nose full of ripe pear, lychee, hazelnut, citrus zest, and toasty oak. Expressive, full-bodied palate of pear, tropical fruits, and citrus. Long finish with lingering notes of pear, green apple, and bright acidity.

From SIRO PACENTI Structured and elegant, with silky tannins and a long finish. This wine comes from two vineyards with vines over 35 years old; annual production is around 30,000 bottles. 99 pts. James Suckling

From FARELLA Aromas of citrus rind and dark fruits with spices such as clove and green peppercorns. Full-bodied, with lovely texture and density. Shows richness and poise. Energetic 98 pts. Wine Advocate

From MATTEO CORREGGIA Round and juicy. Delicate scents of white flowers, orchard fruits, and a hint of aromatic herbs. A soft medium-bodied palate with flavors of yellow peaches, lemon zest, and pears.

From TIME PLACE Ruby red in color. Bright floral nose of rose petal, dark cherry and vanilla. Full bodied mouthful of dark cherry, raspberry and blood orange. Long finish with hints of plum and baker's chocolate.

From MOSNEL Chardonnay and subtly fruity Pinot Blanc, with a judicious touch of Pinot Noir to lend structure. Revealing in the glass a luminous white-gold shot through with pale green highlights, it opens to a thrust of vibrant, crisp fragrances, with cleanly-delineated citron and grapefruit, honeysuckle, and verbena, with just a hint of iodine. Crisp fruit notes of white peach and gooseberry characterizes the full-volumed palate that concludes with a lively, full-flavoured finish.