Wine Spectator 89 points – Plush green apple, pear and white peach flavors are supported by fresh acidity. The well-framed finish offers a flurry of spice details, with hints of honey. Drink now through 2023. 564,000 cases made..February/2020 | The vines for our J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonnay are grown primarily on Elder loam soils underlain by “riverstones” deposited over thousands of years by the Arroyo Seco River. These stones limit soil depth from one to four feet, although roots are found at greater depths. This unique combination of sandy loam and cobblestone soil keeps the vines’ vegetative growth and fruit in balance, while the cool climate and winds of the Salinas Valley extend the growing season – retaining the natural grape acids and intense varietal character of Chardonnay. | Youthful hues of light to medium straw. The enticing aromas are reminiscent of peach, nectarine, marmalade, yellow floral, baking spices, and honey. Those aromas echo on the palate and are complemented by orange and apricot, and balanced with a creamy texture from aging sur lie. Flavors of creme brulee and a touch of oak can be found on the long finish.

Wine Spectator 87 points – Broad-textured, with hazelnut accents to the ripe apple and citrus flavors. Smoky hints and light buttery notes show on the finish. Drink now. 100,000 cases made..April/2020
Vinous 90 points – The 2018 Chardonnay Vintner’s Reser |

Livingston Chablis Blanc is well-balanced, dry and light-bodied. It combines crisp hints of bright green apple with a clean finish. Well balanced and easy to enjoy, Livingston Cellars offers affordable award-winning wines that consistently exceed expectations. | The well-balanced flavors and clean finish on our Livingston Chablis make it the perfect companion with lighter foods. Try it with salads, lighter soups and even lighter fish dishes.Because of its subtle fruit flavors and texture, Livingston Cellarsspan Chablis Blanc pairs nicely with light summer fare. Try it with fresh, mixed green salads tossed in your favorite vinaigrette, grilled sea bass with a dash of lime, or chicken risotto, made with herb broth instead of cream.

Livingston CellarsChardonnayis made in a lighter style with an emphasis on crisp, refreshing flavors of fresh citrus. It’s a well-balanced white wine that is easy to enjoy and has a smooth and clean finish. Livingston Cellars offers affordable award-winning wines that consistently exceed expectations. | Our Chardonnay is incredible with poultry or seafood. Try it with boneless chicken breast smothered in Monterey Jack cheese and sauted mushrooms or grilled halibut. And, there are countless other possibilities!

Wine Enthusiast 88 points – Honeysuckle and lily aromas meet with crushed chalk, citrus pith and sliced pears on the nose of this bottling. There’s a solid sizzle and crispness to the palate, where cut pears, pineapple and lemongrass flavors arise..May/20 | There has been a distinct (and welcome to my taste) turn toward elegance and a fresher less ripe expression of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir at Talbott in the last few vintages. The wines continue to lead with fruit and exhibit forward personalities but the r |

Trump Winery Brut Blanc De Blanc – 750ml

PAIR: Seafood, poutry, pork, white-sauce pastas

William Hill North Coast Chardonnay is bright, medium bodied and creamy with a touch of oak. It offers fruit-forward notes of ripe melon, mandarin orange, peach and pear, underscored by complex notes of citrus blossom and brown spice. Delicately structured, this well balanced white wine has excellent acidity and a creamy mouthfeel. From California, North Coast. |