Passaggio Wines

Summertime in a glass! A glistening pale, straw yellow in color, this quaffable Chardonnay is far from the rich, oaky style for which California is known. Fresh, fruit-driven aromatics jump from the glass. Tart apple, peach and fresh citrus are prominent, with lush, tropical pineapple notes as the wine opens. Go a bit deeper and you’ll find a pleasant minerality and subtle honey aromas. Medium in body, this refined wine is well-balanced on the palate, with a beautiful, lingering finish.

While Chardonnay is quite adaptable to the introduction of oak, the grape really gets to show off its natural fruit flavors when fermented and aged solely in stainless steel - like the Passaggio Wines 2016 Unoaked Chardonnay. Try this fresh, fruit driven wine with light dishes like linguini, clams and shrimp scampi. First courses including salads, antipasto and seafood dishes are also great pairings. Give it a whirl with Mediterranean cuisines and even sushi. In the mood for cheese? Go soft to medium-hard in style.