Chardonnays are a dime a dozen all over the world, except in Kentucky - I bumped into a winemaker there who swore to me that it doesn't grow well amongst all that bluegrass ... but everywhere else it's like a weed. This is the first time I've seen the new packaging from 20-27 Cellars and it's more eye-catching than the previous incarnation ... and that's good because now that the bottle catches your eye what's inside has to do pretty much the same with the palate ... this one does. The 2010 seems to meld wood and fruit together seamlessly, in fact it allows the fruit to shine: sweet fruit hits the palate in the form of apple and pear with just a touch of vanilla-butterscotch for flavouring, all without being overpowering - I'll say it again, the fruit absolutely shines through here. This is the best version of Chardonnay I've had from 20-27. Winemaker Kevin Panagapka seems to be really hitting the right notes on this one, balancing the fruit, the wood and even hints of spice - for a complete wine without too much of anything, and just enough or everything. Price: $30.00 - Rating: **** 1/2