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Robert Oatley Signature Series Chardonnay 2016, Margaret River, Western Australia, Australia: Toasty oak and green apple on the nose and palate of this full-bodied Australian Chardonnay. Good acidity for roast chicken or turkey. Drink: 2016-2020. 350900 12.50% XD 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 88/100. March 16, 2019 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review
Malivoire Wine Company Chardonnay 2016, Niagara Escarpment, Ontario VQA, Canada: Toasted almond on the nose of this terrific, vibrant, fresh Niagara Chardonnay that shows its cool climate roots. Golden apple, white peach and some smoke. Perfect for roast turkey. Drink: 2016-2019. 573147 12.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. December 25, 2017 Top Rated White Wine. Cool Creamy Cheese Wine Full Review
Sula Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc 2009, Mumbai, India Drink: 2011-2013. 660209 13.50% D 750 mL  $11.95. May 2, 2009 Full Review
Oyster Bay Chardonnay 2016, Marlborough, New Zealand: A crisp, fresh New Zealand Chardonnay with bright notes of green apple and white peach. A subtle weave of oak comes from the fact that half of this wine is aged in oak barrels and the other half in stainless steel tank to preserve fruit freshness. Pair with roast chicken. Drink: 2016-2018. 326728 13.50% D 750 mL  $19.95 Score: 90/100. January 6, 2018 Best Value White Wine. Remarkable Roast Chicken Wine Full Review
Irony Reserve Chardonnay 2015, Napa Valley, California, United States: Full-bodied, textbook Californian Chardonnay: butter, oak and some peach. Pair with grilled chicken. Drink: 2017-2021. 27409 14.50% D 750 mL  $24.95 Score: 89/100. April 28, 2018 Charming Grilled Chicken Wine Full Review

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