Taste: A juicy

The texture is notably smooth and medium-bodied

The wine blends 85% Shiraz with 11% Petit Verdot and 4% other grape varieties — the Petit Verdot addition is a noteworthy choice

and nutmeg) where the fig and nut character provides a rich backbone

and charcuterie boards featuring milder cured meats like prosciutto

Ministry of the Vinterior Chardonnay burgundy Taste: A juicyMinistry of the Vinterior Chardonnay is a 100% Russian River Valley Chardonnay at 13. 9% ABV in a standard 750ml bottle. The 2009 vintage earned 87 points from Wine Enthusiast, signaling a small production California white with enough substance to stand alongside more established Sonoma labels. Quick Facts: ABV: 13. 9% Origin: Russian River Valley, Sonoma County, California Varietal: 100% Chardonnay Producers: Chris Nickolopoulos & Elijah Pfister