As an example of how these wines age, Dave opened a bottle of his 2007 Chardonnay Ritchie Vineyard. Still light gold in color, with a hedonistic, yet fresh style in its caramelized orchard fruits, spice, honeysuckle, and brioche, it hits the palate with a rich, full-bodied, elegant, and beautifully pure texture. It’s drinking at point but has plenty of life.