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Buy Chardonnay 90%

: A higher ABV (14%+) usually indicates riper fruit and a fuller body, while lower ABV (12.5–13%) often points to a leaner, more acidic style.

: Pair perfectly with roasted chicken, lobster with butter, or creamy pasta like fettuccine alfredo.

: Look for descriptors like vanilla, butter, toast, caramel, and brioche .

Before buying, determine which of the two primary styles you enjoy:

: Ramey Russian River Valley or Domaine William Fevre Chablis ($35+) provide more regional character and complexity.

: Kendall-Jackson Vintner’s Reserve ($13.60) is widely available and offers a classic California balance of tropical fruit and toasted oak.

Based on recent expert ratings and market availability as of :

: Look for Chablis , Tasmania , or wines labeled "Inox" or "Unoaked". 2. Buying by Region and Climate