88 PTS CONNOISSEURS' GUIDE. Toasty oak, touches of caramel and a wisp of vanilla overlie a good measure of well-ripened apples in the carefully composd '00 Rudd Russian River Valley Chardonnay.
Corn truffle quesadilla
Chardonnay's creamy texture balances the quesadilla's cheese richness.
Oven roasted whole chicken
Chardonnay complements roast chicken with its buttery, medium-bodied profile.
Simply grilled salmon fillet
Chardonnay complements the rich, buttery texture of grilled salmon.
Savory egg pie
Chardonnay complements the creamy, cheesy texture of quiche well.
Soft or hard shell tacos
Chardonnay's versatility and moderate oak enhance creamy or cheesy taco toppings.
Small square burgers
Chardonnay's buttery notes complement the beef and cheese in the sliders.