Duckhorn Chardonnay 2016

Inviting aromas of pear, lemongrass, ripe peach, jasmine and graham cracker rise from the glass, revealing this wine’s layered complexity. On the palate, a silky texture creates weight and volume, with elegant acidity framing the stone fruit and citrus flavors. The finish is long and fresh, with tantalizing hints of lemon zest, vanilla and clove.

This wine is bright and lively from start to finish. Its aromas and flavors of apple skin and minerality make in an excellent choice with lightly grilled oysters over a bed of shredded Iceberg lettuce. This is a concentrated and deliciously lush white wine, highlighted in thick notions of honey, pear and swirls of caramel.