Wente "Morning Fog" Chardonnay Livermore Valley - San Francisco Bay AVA 2010

In the glass the color is a bright light lemon. On the nose there is the immediate and pronounced intensity of vanilla, baked apple and caramel with hints of honey and ripe tangerine. On the palate the wine is dry, medium to full-bodied with mouth-watering acidity. On the palate there is a light to medium intensity of vanilla, apple and pineapple with a hint of minerality. The finish is clean with a short length that offers only slight hints of apple and pineapple. Serve between 45F to 55F.

Wine & Food: Cheeses such as Brie, Camembert, Mild Cheddar, Colby, Goat, or even Feta. (Heaviliy oaked Chardonnay will not work well with these cheeses). Virtually all salads including chicken, pasta, seafood or even Fresh fruit. Lightly seasoned Fresh Seafood and Fish dishes.

Approximate Retail Price: US$15.00

-- Review by Kenn Pogash ("the guy wearing the bow tie")

(Compare this note with my note of May 18, 2012 for the 2009 Vintage. When tasting the 2010 I forgot I reviewed the 2009 so I was surprised by many similarities.