The 2009 Chardonnay Cold Creek Vineyard is a big, immediate wine. Pineapple, tropical fruit and mango are some of the notes that jump from the glass in this rich, extroverted Chardonnay. Hints of French oak, vanilla and spices linger on the dense finish. The full malolactic style works great. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2017. This is a fabulous set of wines from Chateau St. Jean, winemaker Margo Van Staaveren and her team. From top to bottom, these wines deliver tons of value and character.Tel. (707) 833-4134, www.chateaustjean.com