We're welcoming summer with wall-to-wall California Chardonnay! Straight Talk host James Molesworth welcomes senior editor MaryAnn Worobiec and an all-star cast of winemakers and grapegrowers, including Larry and Chris Hyde, Kistler's Jason Kesner and Arista and Ferren's Matt Courtney. Later in the episode, our wine advice columnist Dr. Vinny walks us through some dinner party etiquette, and stay tuned til the end for James'  sneak peek wine pick! Thirsty for more? Check out this related content • July 31, 2023, issue of Wine Spectator • WS website members: California's Best Chardonnay Vineyards • WS website members: More on Larry Hyde • Latest News and Headlines • Ask Dr. Vinny • WS website members: More on James' Sneak Peek Pick A podcast from Wine Spectator Marvin R. Shanken, Editor and Publisher Host: James Molesworth Director: Robert Taylor Producer: Gabriela Saldivia Guests: Matt Courtney, Larry and Chris Hyde, Jason Kesner, and MaryAnn Worobiec (as herself and Dr. Vinny) Assistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley