Pine Ridge Chardonnay Dijon Clone 2015

In the glass, the color is a vibrant lemon yellow. Enticing aromas of citrus blossoms, lemon thyme and cantaloupe are integrated with spicy pear, toasted oak and vanilla. On the palate, this Chardonnay is both creamy and racy, bursting with flavors of tangerine, lemon squares and, from clone 76, pears, nutmeg, vanilla and toast. The lingering finish continues with oak spice and layers of citrus and ripe fruit.

The Dijon Clones Chardonnay will match perfectly with light and delicate foods such as raw fish and cooked shellfish, a vegetable terrine or risotto with spring vegetables. It would also pair well with creamy soups. For the cheese course, try it with Cabot Clothbound Cheddar, whose tangy, savory and nutty, caramelized flavors will complement the bright Chardonnay.