d'Arenberg The Stump Jump Lightly Wooded Chardonnay 2009, McLaren Vale, South Australia, Australia: I love this style of Chardonnay because it's freshing, not heavy yet delivers lots of green apple and Asian pear flavour. Full-bodied and ziipy. Fantastic price. Drink: 2010-2013. 173302 13.50% XD 750 mL  $13.95 Score: 88/100. July 6, 2011 Best Value White Wine. Full Review

Gulf Station De Bortoli Chardonnay 2010, Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia: Love it! Seductive smoke and toast on the nose is cut through with a shaft of lemon brightness and polish. Full-bodied and lovely. Drink: 2012-2016. 238071 13% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 93/100. September 1, 2012 Full Review