2015 J. Lohr Chardonnay

This is an oaked California Chardonnay. It is medium- bodied, rich, and creamy. Everything a Chardonnay should be. I am a Chardonnay aficionado, and I enjoyed this wine much more than some other, more expensive, and seemingly more appreciated ones. This is, as of now, the best Chardonnay that I have ever tasted.
I enjoyed mine lightly chilled. Enjoy yours!

2017 Lovejoy

This is a white wine blend by Union Wine Company, in Oregon. It was purchased at Lidl. I enjoyed mine lightly chilled as an aperitif, and also with some rotisserie chicken. Delightful!

2016 Sol y Mar

This is a white wine blend by Turn Key Wines in California. It was purchased at Lidl. It is lightly sweet and delightfully fruity. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Duplin Naughty and Nice Christmas Wine

This is a limited edition, sweet white Christmas wine produced by North Carolina winery Duplin Winery in Rose Hill, NC. It is delightful!
I enjoyed mine chilled as an aperitif.

Waldenhoff Pinot Chardonnay Spumante

This is an Italian brut spumante. Because most of the sparking wines that I have been exposed to have been champagne, this sparking wine was all the more delightful!
I enjoyed mine chilled, with absolutely nothing added to it but a beautiful glass to enjoy it in.

2015 Fat Barrel Chardonnay

This is an Oakes Chardonnay from South Africa. It has flavors of ripe pineapple and melon, as well as citrus, green apple and juicy pear. I had mine chilled as an aperitif, with some cream cheese and olives and wheat crackers.

Kendall Jackson Vintner's Reserve Sauvignon Blanc

This is a white wine from coastal California. It has flavors of tangy lime, melon, and ripe pear, with undertones of ripe fig paired with a mix of herbs. It is medium-bodied and very fragrant, and a delight to enjoy. I am generally a Chardonnay girl when it comes to white wines, but this Sauvignon Blanc was wonderful! I had mine chilled, as an apertif, with some cream cheese and olives on wheat crackers, then subsequently enjoyed some with Mediterranean grilled salmon.

2016 Chateau Cote Nord Chardonnay

This is an oaked white wine from coastal California. It is semi-dry, and medium-bodied. It has the subtle flavor of ripe melon, as well as citrus, vanilla, and brown spice. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would also be excellent with quiche.

2015 Lindeman's Bin 65 Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from Southeastern Australia. It is medium-bodied, with flavors of green apple and citrus, and toasty oak and brown spice undertones. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2014 Belle Ambiance Chardonnay

This is an oaked California Chardonnay. It is medium-bodied, with flavors of citrus, pineapple, and green apple. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Sierra Pines Wine Co. Chardonnay

This is an oaked California white wine, purchased at Lidl. It is dry and medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe apple and juicy pear, with undertones of toasted oak. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2016 Twisted Brush Chardonnay

This is an oaked Australian white wine, purchased at Lidl. It is semi-dry, and medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe pineapple and soft vanilla. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2015 Free Wind Chardonnay

This is an oaked organic Chardonnay from California. It is a dry, medium-bodied white wine, purchased at Lidl. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2015 Skipper's Knot Chardonnay

This is an oaked California Chardonnay. It is dry and medium-bodied. It has flavors of green apple and citrus, with undertones of oak. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2015 The Dreaming Tree Chardonnay

This is an oaked California Chardonnay. It is medium-bodied, dry, with flavors of toasty oak, ripe apple and pear. I had mind chilled, as an aperitif.

2016 J Lohr Chardonnay

This is a California oaked Chardonnay, It has flavors of tropical fruit, nectarine and apricot, with toasty oak undertones. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Sierra Pines Wine Co.Chardonnay

This is an oaked California Chardonnay. It is is a dry white wine, with flavors of ripe yellow apple and pear, with undertones of brown spice and toasted oak. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Whispering Hills Chardonnay

This is a medium-bodied, golden, Chardonnay from Spain. It is oaked with flavors of green apple and vanilla , as well as brown spice. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2016 Twisted Brush Chardonnay

This is an Australian Chardonnay, purchased at Lidl. It is a semi-dry white wine, oaked, with flavors of pineapple and vanilla. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Contraband Vineyards Chardonnay

This is a 2017 Australian Chardonnay. It has flavors of ripe peach and citrus, as well as a touch of green apple. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Whispering Pines Chardonnay

Whispering pines is a medium-body oaked chardonnay. It was bottled in Spain, and purchesed at Walmart.
One thing I found that is very unusal about this white wine is the abundance of blackberry and raspberry. Chardonnays typically have aromas of ripe pear and apple,as well as tropical fruit. I could taste and smell the sun-ripened berries, in this one, which is quite a wonderful thing.
I enjoyed mine chilled as an aperitif. It would be wonderful with grilled chicken, or perhaps a pan of
of scallops seared in butter.

Sierra Pines Chardonnay

This is an oaked white wine, from California. It is medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe yellow apple and pear, with a toasted oak undertone. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Winking Owl Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay, from California, purchased at Aldi. It is semi-dry, and medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe apple and pear, with undertones of toasted oak and brown spice. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with grilled seafood or roasted chicken.

2015 William Wright Reserve Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from Monterey, CA. It is medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe apple and peach, with undertones of toasted oak and brown spice , as well as a touch of vanilla. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif. Excellent!

2017 Yellow Tail Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay, from southeastern Australia. It has flavors of ripe peaches and melon, with a touch of vanilla. It is fairly dry, and medium-bodied. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with roasted chicken.

2016 Biltmore Estate Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from Biltmore Estate Winery in Asheville, North Carolina. It has flavors of ripe apple and pear, as well as citrus, with hints of brown spice and toasted oak.
There is a subtle floral aroma to this delicious white wine.
I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but this would be great with any chicken or seafood dish.
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Whispering Hills Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay, from Spain. It  is a medium-bodied wine, purchased at Walmart. It has flavors of green apple and ripe tropical fruit, with undertones of toasted oak and vanilla. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but I think it would be wonderful with grilled seafood of quiche a la Lorraine.

2016 Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. It has flavors of ripe apple and pear, with undertones of toasted oak and vanilla and brown spice. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2015 Smoking Loon Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay, from California. It is a medium-bodied white wine,with flavors of ripe apple and pear, and undertones of toasted oak and brown spice. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

Beringer Main and Vine Chardonnay

This is a dry, oaked Chardonnay from California. It is medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe apple and pear. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2016 Belle Chardonnay

 This is a French Chardonnay. It is an oaked white wine, with a beautiful golden color. I had mine chilled,  as an aperitif. However, I think it would be excellent with grilled seafood or chicken dishes, or even pasta.

NC Wine Bloggers Summit today

Hello to everyone attending the first NC Wine Bloggers Summit, being held at Hanover Park Vineyards in Yadkinville, NC. I had planned to attend, but elected not to due to the weather conditions there today. Driving a ragtop convertible in unfamiliar territory and in wintry conditions was not something I felt comfortable doing. I am disappointed that I had to miss it, and look forward to future events. 

2016 Robert Mondavi Woodbridge Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. It is medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe apple and pear, with undertones of vanilla and  toasted oak. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. But it would be excellent with grilled seafood or pasta dishes.0

Winking Owl Chardonnay

This is a semi-dry, oaked Chardonnay from California, purchased at Aldi. It is medium-bodied, with flavors of ripe apple and pear, toasted oak undertones, and a hint of brown spice. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it could be wonderful with grilled seafood.

Whispering Hills Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay, from Spain. It is a medium-bodied white wine, with flavors of green apple and ripe tropical fruit. There are undertones of toasted oak and rich vanilla. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with any chicken or seafood dish.

2016 Childress Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc

This is a delightful white wine from NC winery Childress Vineyards. It has flavors of gooseberry, citrus, and ripe melon. It is fresh and crisp, with grapefruit undertones. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif before dinner, but I think it would be wonderful with any pasta dish.

Oak Leaf Vineyards Chardonnay

This is an oaked California white wine, and was purchased at Walmart. It is a medium-bodied wine, with flavors of green apple and pineapple, with an undertone of toasted oak. It is rich and smooth.
In spite of its low cost, I found it very palatable. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but I think it would be excellent with seafood and pasta dishes.I recommend it if you are looking for a Chardonnay and are on a budget.

2016 Flirty Bird Sauvignon Blanc

This is a white wine from Spain, purchased at Aldi. It is semi-dry, and light-bodied. It has flavors of ripe melon, citrus, and green apple. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with seafood or chicken dishes.

Whispering Hills Chardonnay

This is a medium-bodied, oaked Chardonnay from Spain. It has flavors of green apple and ripe tropical fruits, with undertones of toasted oak and vanilla. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with roasted chicken, seafood, and pasta dishes.

2016 Fetzer Sundial Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. It has flavors of ripe apple, pear, and tropical fruits, with a toasted oak undertone. It is medium-bodied and smooth. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.
But it would be excellent with seafood and pasta dishes. It was purchased at Publix.

Whispering Hills Chardonnay

This is a medium-bodied, oaked Chardonnay from Spain. It has flavors of green apple and ripe tropical  fruit, with undertones of toasty oak, vanilla, and brown spice. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with pasta or seafood dishes.

Flipflop Wines Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. It is a rich, medium-bodied white wine, with flavors of ripe pineapple and vanilla, and toasty oak undertones. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but it would be excellent with a chicken Caesar salad.

Oak Leaf Vineyards Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. It is a medium-bodied white wine, with flavors of green apple and ripe pineapple, and aromas of toasty oak. It is smooth and rich. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif, but I think it would be excellent with shrimp or pasta dishes.

2017 Yellow Tail Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from Southeastern Australia. It is lively and brisk, with flavors of peach, ripe melon, and a hint of vanilla. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. But it would be excellent with roast chicken, or pasta dishes.

2016 Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from Napa Valley, California. It is, quite honestly, the best Chardonnay that I have ever enjoyed, and I am a Chardonnay girl. It is wonderfully creamy, almost buttery, with flavors of stonefruit, and ripe apple and pear, with hints of brown spice. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. But it is also excellent with chicken, seafood, and pasta dishes, in particular.

Whispering Hills Chardonnay

This is a medium-bodied, oaked Chardonnay from Spain, with flavors of green apple and tropical fruit, along with hints of toasted oak, brown spice, and vanilla. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif. However, I think it would pair especially well with seafood dishes.

Camelot Vineyards and Winery Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. It is crisp and fresh, with flavors of green apple and tropical fruits. I had mine chilled, as an aperitif, but I think that this wine would be excellent with both chicken and seafood dishes.

Lamarca Prosecco

This is a sparkling wine from Italy. I admit that I haven't had prosecco very much; I tend towards choosing a champagne, as far as sparkling wines are concerned. But I just loved this one! Nice and dry, and it made an excellent cocktail.

2016 Cakebread Cellars Sauvignon Blanc

This is a white wine from the Napa Valley in California. I have to admit that I am usually a Chardonnay girl, but I loved this wine! It is an oaked wine, a blend of Sauvignon and Semillon.

I enjoyed it as I always do, chilled as an aperitif. 

2016 Sienna Glen Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from California. It has flavors of vanilla, lemongrass, hazelnut, and clove. I enjoyed mine chilled, as an aperitif.

2015 Central Coast Callie Collection Chardonnay

This is an oaked Chardonnay from the central coast of California. It is full and rich, with flavors of ripe apple and citrus. I enjoyed it chilled, as an aperitif, as I customarily do, but I think it would be especially wonderful with grilled seafood.