91 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '01 Patz & Hall Napa Valley Chardonnay is rich and full-bodied, with complex fig, baked apple, vanilla-scented oak and spicy hazelnut nuances; drink now through 2004.
Cheese pizza
Chardonnay's creamy texture complements the cheese and dough.
Chardonnay's balanced acidity pairs well with fried textures.
Savory egg pie
Chardonnay complements the creamy, buttery texture of quiche.
Zucchini blossom quesadilla
Chardonnay's subtle fruit and balanced acidity enhance the creamy cheese in quesadilla.
Creamy Italian rice dish
Chardonnay's creamy texture complements the rich, creamy consistency of risotto.
Lobster meat sandwich
Chardonnay's creamy texture pairs well with lobster's buttery flavor.