Two very different Chardonnay's

2007 Louis Latour Corton Charlemagne;
Pale straw yellow, a bit simple nose, apples, butter, hints of nuts, but I miss minerals. Ok acidity, good balance, but a little short. 88


2005 Leeuwin Estate, Margaret River Art Series Chardonnay;
Lemon yellow, great nose, complex, some smoke, flint and minerals over ripe green apples. Hints of citrus and some vanilla and barrel notes. Nice acidity, great fruit intencity, great balance, very long and elegant finish. The only thing pulling down is a slightly warm finish. 89