Wine Spectator:  Rated as Very good: a wine with special qualities. "Bright and juicy, with flavors of spiced apple that show hints of white cherry and kiwifruit. The clean finish features some dried mango notes. Drink now." August 2012 (Advance)

Winery:  "Light straw color with a simple, unassuming bouquet of citrus and vanilla. Light and clean with a nice finish. A great wine for the price!"

Wired For Wine:  "Bright and juicy", with delectable notes of citrus, white cherry and vanilla, ending in a fresh, clean finish. We're in!  At this price, we're WAY in! The wonderfully fresh flavors of the Nicolas Vin Pays d'Oc Chardonnay will win you over at your first sip. Pour a glass and enjoy it with a platter of fried calamari with a creamy lemon-garlic dip. The hint of vanilla and bright nature of this French Chardonnay make it an ideal match for fish and seafood alike, as well as chicken, turkey, pork and many vegetables. We say start the meal with avocado halves stuffed with baby shrimp and green apple. On the casual side, this Nicolas is perfect for tuna burgers topped with celery root remoulade. Grilled lobster with corn pudding will not disappoint either. Not in the mood for seafood? Serve this Vin Pays d'Oc with a crisp-roasted chicken and a ragout of corn and fava beans. Heaven. Open another bottle and bring out the aromas of light fruit alongside a refreshing pineapple semifreddo. If savory is your preference, the clean, crisp side of this French find is a great foil for a creamy French goat cheese of your choice. Mangeons winelovers!

Size:  750ml; cork
Varietal:  100% Chardonnay
Alcohol:  12.5%
Aging:     6 months in barrel
Region:   Southern France