Wine of the Week

1996 Au Bon Climat Chardonnay, Alban Vineyard

(Edna Valley)

(About $22.50)

This Central Coast Chardonnay stands out for its focus, balance and restraint. A sweet, lilting scent of blossom honey plays to the wine’s mineral flavors and lean, muscled grace. It’s a wine that doesn’t reveal itself all at once, but with a little time in the glass, it blooms. A Chardonnay that goes beautifully with food.