If you aren’t a big drinker of French wines or even chardonnay for that matter, this is a great place to jump in. Chabli is typically a more delicate version of chardonnay and while it can still have a hint of cream or butter that you get with oaked chardonnays out of California, the minerality rounds out the wine and provides a nice balance.

This is great chilled 46-48˚F. We had it with Chicken Couscous, a French dish with a lot of Middle Eastern influence (ginger, cumin, turmeric, saffron and cinnamon) and the combination was perfect.

Chardonnay (100%)

Producer: J. Moreau & Fils (www.jmoreau-fils.com)

Appellation: France – Chabli, Grand Vin De Bourgogne (Burgandy)

Appearance: golden straw

Aroma: Moderately aromatic – up-beat citrus along with a touch of minerality

Taste: Soft and round minerality with a hint of butter, smooth mouth feel and easy finish.