I started with whites, selecting three different varietals: an off-dry (i.e., slightly sweet) Riesling, a dry, tart Sauvignon Blanc, and a buttery, oaky Chardonnay. I took a cup of each wine and ...

In California’s Russian River Valley, cool nighttime temperatures preserve the grapes’ acidity, so instead of a buttery, oaky, and over-engineered wine, the local chardonnay is light ...

PLCB: $15. Rating: 4 stars. For those seeking a familiar favorite, an oaky, buttery chardonnay is an excellent choice for colder weather. While an unoaked “naked” chardonnay offers fresh apple ...