Wine of the Week: Rutz Cellars Maison Grand Cru Chardonnay 2004 (CA) $ 25

The 2004 Rutz Cellars Maison Grand Cru Chardonnay is reminiscent of an Old World, white Burgundy - with a well-balanced acidity, defined elegance, and a palate profile that is enveloped in earth, stone and appealing herbaceous nuances. This Chardonnay boasts power, structure and ultra clean citrus fruit flavor all wrapped in spiced vanilla and layered with golden apple. A perfect accompaniment for poultry dishes with butter or cream sauce.

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