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2008 Mendocino Chardonnay

This Chardonnay clearly shows its Mendocino roots: light straw in color, the nose is delicate and in tune with its cooler growing climate. Notes of guava come through, with a light lemon-verbena perfume in the background. Fresh and clean green apple flavors drive this wine on the palate, but just underneath is a strong undercurrent of river stone and a drop of pineapple. The mid-palate is rounded out by a touch of creaminess and a whiff of French oak on the finish. Silky and light, the focused complexity of this Chardonnay is charming.

To pair this Chardonnay with a meal, look to delicately flavored dishes with a splash of fresh flavor. Steamed clams in white wine and shallots have a light creaminess and a minerality that is fantastic with this style of Chardonnay. For a weeknight meal, a simple, fresh pasta primavera would mirror this wine’s vibrancy. Try slicing a freshly warmed baguette with a glass of Flock Chardonnay on the side as you entertain or start to cook dinner.