Wine Advocate | Robert Parker | March 1, 2012
"The 2009 Chardonnay Durell Vineyard is one of the more reticent 2009 Chardonnays from Chateau St Jean. Despite full malolactic fermentation, it remains a cool, inward wine built on a solid core of minerality. Lemon, white flowers and almonds are layered into the bright , intense finish. The Durell spent 14 months in French oak barrels, 60% new. This is an impressive showing from one of Sonoma's top sites. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2024."