Alexander Valley Vineyards Chardonnay 2012

We harvest 70% of our Chardonnay at night when the grapes are coolest to retain the natural acidity, then cold ferment those lots in stainless steel, without malolactic fermentation or barrel aging to highlight the citrus and green apple flavors. (winery note)

Food Pairings

The light hand Kevin applied to the 2008 means it will work in places where an oaky, buttery Chardonnay would not. So this wine is perfect with roasted chicken or sautéed bay scallops. But the medium weight of the Estate Chardonnay means it can handl