2008 Wente Riva Ranch Chardonnay, California $20
This family owned winery consistently makes some of the best wines you can find at truly great prices each year. The Riva Ranch chardonnay displays loads of classic chardonnay flavors with just the right amount of oak influence to make it a perfect food wine. Starting with a nose of yellow apples and honey suckle your mouth will start to anticipate the first sip. Layers of warm stone fruit, spice, and vanilla round out the tasting experience. The finish is warm and full, with delicate notes of creaminess and apple notes resurfacing. This is a chardonnay that will work with almost any meal you put in front of it, truly a great wine.

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