Wine & Cheese Pairings- Chardonnay & Smoked Fontina

Oak Knolls 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay & Willamette Valley Cheese Company's luxurious smoked fontina (1/2 lb.), cracked pepper snacking crackers and a sprinkling of in-the-shell Oregon Hazelnuts in wooden wine crate.

TASTING NOTES: The 2008 Unoaked Chardonnay¿ s bright aromatic nose displays a honeydew melon and citrus bouquet up front, with added grassy notes and hints of strawberry and passion fruit. A lively palate features a citrus blast of Mandarin orange, Myer Lemon and Pink Grapefruit. The clean finish highlights flavors of kiwi fruit and sage.