A TO Z CHARDONNAY Regular

The New Classic: Fresh and lively, America's best-selling unoaked Oregon Chardonnay is full of citrus, quince and melon flavors offering all of the delights of food-friendly, cool climate whites. $17.00 / Bottle Quantity:   TASTING NOTES The 2021 A to Z Wineworks Oregon Chardonnay leads with an air of tropical sweetness. Other aromas emerge as the wine opens: apple, lemongrass, cut hay, honey, flint and mint. The compelling palate has apple, linalool, and citric notes with a round, ripe, mid-palate fullness typical of Oregon chardonnay and a mouthfeel that is smooth yet zippy on the sides and tangy on the finish. The moderate alcohol and restrained acidity make for a fresh, crisp wine with a savory pear and apple finish. The 2021 A to Z Wineworks Oregon Chardonnay is an exciting sipper for any occasion.  PAIRS WELL WITH GENERAL: Fresh, vibrant, and lively foods that sparkle with acidity like Baja fish tacos or heavier foods that need a bit of a high note lift such as roasted monkfish and trout. SPECIFIC: Butter-poached lobster or crab Tomato-based dishes Lighter preparations of poultry like chicken or Caesar salad Niçoise Salad, seared tuna, tartare SAUCES: Tomato, citrus, cream/ butter-based, fumés RECOMMENDED RECIPE Sautéed Sea Scallops with Steamed Bok Choy and Citrus Emulsion 1. In a small bowl, whisk together a teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1/4 c of lemon juice, 1/4 c of orange juice, one cup of olive oil, and a dash of salt and pepper. Chill. 2. Steam bok choy over boiling water until bright green, around 4 minutes. 3. Dry and season scallops. In a very hot, medium sauté pan add the scallops and heat for 2 minutes. Flip the scallops, turn off the heat, and allow to cook for 1 more minute. Remove from pan and allow scallops to rest for 5 minutes before serving. *Next level: Add toasted sesame seeds to the bok choy and quickly sauté in a pat of butter just before serving.