88 PTS WILFRED WONG. Beautifully mature and quite attractive, the complex '09 Carpe Diem is ready for the dinner table; shows cream, butterscotch and ripe apples; vanilla in the finish.
Oven roasted whole chicken
Chardonnay complements roast chicken with its buttery, medium-bodied profile.
Chardonnay's balanced acidity and fruit enhance creamy or cheesy taco toppings.
Rich soft bread
Chardonnay's creamy notes match brioche's buttery richness.
Whipped potatoes
Chardonnay complements creamy texture and buttery flavors of mashed potatoes.
Fried chicken wings
Chardonnay's body and fruitiness match well with classic wing flavors.
Chardonnay's balanced body and subtle oak enhance the fish without overpowering it.