2009 J. Lohr Estates Riverstone Chardonay has a bright and youthful straw yellow color. The aromas are of lime zest, ripe pear, nectarine and pineapple with caramel, butterscotch, honey and vanilla perfume from the barrel fermentation and sur lie aging. The flavors are very complex and rich with citrus, stone fruit and barrel toastiness gracefully balanced by fresh acidity, creating a very flavorful and wonderfully balanced Chardonnay. Pair with cream-sauced pasta dishes, roasted chicken or sautéed halibut.