Kistler consistently turns out some of the finest chardonnays outside Burgundy (and most Burgundian producers should envy its track record). As for the price, ouch – that's supply-and-demand for you, though this glorious bottle tends to sell for just as much, if not more, south of the border, especially when you figure in state sales taxes. Glorious in its balance, the Vine Hill Vineyard shows satisfying fullness, with a ripe midpalate of tropical and stone fruit, infused with well-integrated toasty oak, vanilla and flintiness. Try it with substantial fish dishes, such as salmon. Available in Ontario.