Conundrum is not a Chardonnay wine. It is a proprietary blend of California white grapes, generally Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay and Muscat Canelli. Usually there are at least two other grapes, most likely Viognier and Semillon.

The Wagner family of Caymus Vineyards produces this fascinating conundrum (or riddle) of a wine which tastes slightly different each year depending on the blend. The grapes chosen for each year's blend depends on a variety of factors, many of them dependent on the weather.

Generally, the goal of a proprietary blend is to achieve some sort of consistency from year to year as well as a brand identity. That seems to be the case with Conundrum. Last year I had the 2006 Vintage and this year the 2007. I can recommend them both. Try to stay away from any vintage older that 3 years because Sauvignon Blanc should be drunk when young.

Conundrum is widely distributed. However, if you cannot find it and you want to try it after learning to or brushing up on how to taste wine, please check out the locator link below.

P.S I am a sommelier with no commercial or any connection to either the Wagner family or Caymus Vineyards.
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http://www.conundrumwine.com/
http://www.whatsyourconundrum.com/retailers

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