WA 94 Pts. - Robert Parker is a fan... He went to far as to call Varner's Chardonnays his favorite from the Santa Cruz Mountain appellation. The 2010 Amphitheater Block strikes balance between new world and world styling, lots of citrus and mineral character with modest alcohol and a lingering finish. This wine has an impressive score history - 2009 rated 96+, so don't hesitate to jump on this one, it won't last long. According to the Wine Advocate: The 2010 Chardonnay Amphitheater Block is a big, broad-shouldered wine. There is a directness to the fruit that is highly appealing. Nectarine, honeysuckle, mint and flowers are all supported by clean veins of minerality. This extroverted, enveloping Chardonnay could use another year or two in bottle to fully come together. The clone in this parcel is believed to be Wente, or a derivative of Wente. The wine certainly has the richness and weight typically associated with that clone. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2020.Rated 90+