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Grenache,

Pomar Junction

Bin #137 This dances with bright acidity, white pepper, and Pomar Junction 2016 enticing tropical fruit flavors. Exciting and adventurous Grenache pairings include spaghetti with seafood, root vegetables, Pasa Robles, CA and rabbit. USA 95 pts Wine Enthusiast $50

Cakebread Cellars Chardonnay

Bin #126 “Boasts fresh, fragrant apple, melon, and pear aromas 2015 with a hint of . Rich and mouth filling on the Chardonnay palate, its smooth, beautifully balanced, yellow apple, Napa Valley, CA nectarine, and honeydew melon flavors segue into a USA long, succulent finish enhanced by refreshing mineral $90 and spicy oak tones.”–wine.com

Blue Valley Chardonnay

Bin #129 This predominantly stainless steel aged Chardonnay Blue Valley 2016 presents ever so slight aromas of French oak and Chardonnay butterscotch complemented by notes of orchard fruit Delaplane ,VA and a medium-plus body. USA $48

Jordan Chardonnay

Bin #127 “Classic Russian River fruit at its best. Intense aromas Jordan 2015 of passion fruit, persimmon, and Granny Smith apple Chardonnay leap from the glass, woven with notes of Meyer Lemon, Russian River Valley, CA Asian pear and wet-stone minerality. A juicy mid-palate USA of honeydew melon, fresh guava, and a touch of baking $75 spice is balanced by firm acidity and a creamy mouth feel that carries through the lingering finish. The lively fruit and vivid backbone of acidity and subtle oak nuances make it sing with lobster or creamy pastas, as well as grilled chicken, fish, or light citrus salads.” –wine.com 91 pts. Wine Enthusiast

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