88 PTS WILFRED WONG. Beautifully mature and quite attractive, the complex '09 Carpe Diem is ready for the dinner table; shows cream, butterscotch and ripe apples; vanilla in the finish.
Rich soft bread
Chardonnay's creamy notes match brioche's buttery richness.
Small square burgers
Chardonnay's buttery notes complement the beef and cheese in the sliders.
Simply grilled poultry
Chardonnay complements grilled chicken with its buttery and oaky notes.
Soft or hard shell tacos
Chardonnay's versatility and moderate oak enhance creamy or cheesy taco toppings.
Corn truffle quesadilla
Chardonnay's creamy texture balances the quesadilla's cheese richness.
Crispy fried chicken
Chardonnay's body and subtle oak complement the savory, crispy chicken.