Spicy Vines 2014 Joie de Vivre Chardonnay (Mendocino Ridge)

Country: US / California
Variety: Chardonnay
Winery: Spicy Vines / Joie de Vivre

Subtle, well-balanced and rich in texture, this full-bodied wine sneaks up on the taste buds, starting with mild Bosc pear and toasted-almond aromas, then pouring richer pear, honey and hazelnut flavors onto the palate. A slight reserve in the flavors is more than offset by a quiet complexity and lingering finish.