Picked at night or early in the morning, these grapes underwent fermentation in stainless steel tanks and were freed from the common secondary malolactic fermentation which is a frequent sentence for Californian Chardonnay. The result is a fresh and bright unoaked Chardonnay that is more reminiscent of an aromatic white than its namesake. Food Pairings: Unoaked chardonnay pairs well with braised scallops, pork tenderloin, roasted chicken or fresh pasta with olive oil and basil.
The Chardonnay white grape is a green-skinned grape believed to have originated in the Burgundy wine region of eastern France. It is now grown in various wine countries from England to New Zealand.
Chardonnay can have bold, ripe, rich and intense fruit flavors of apple, fig, melon, pear, peach, pineapple, lemon and grapefruit, along with spice, honey, butter, butterscotch and hazelnut flavors. It is commonly paired with roast chicken and other white meats such as turkey. Read More...
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