Bright, aromatic, and refreshing, Tailwind Chardonnay Auxerrois VQA brings together Chardonnay and Auxerrois in an approachable Ontario white wine made for easy meals and relaxed occasions.
Pale in colour, the wine opens with intense hints of flower petals and melon, creating a fresh and inviting aromatic profile.
On the palate, a
lively rush of acidity provides focus and freshness, giving the wine an energetic character that makes it particularly versatile with food.
Tailwind Chardonnay Auxerrois VQA pairs beautifully with:
- Grilled white fish
- Lemon-herb grilled chicken
- Grilled salmon
- Garlic butter shrimp
- Seared scallops
- Crab cakes
- Fish tacos
- Shrimp tacos
- Fresh oysters
- Seafood pasta
- Lemon pasta
- Creamy risotto
- Grilled asparagus
- Roasted zucchini
- Roasted vegetable flatbread
- Arugula salad with citrus vinaigrette
- Goat cheese salad
- Caprese salad
- Brie
- Goat cheese
- Fresh mozzarella
- Grilled halloumi
- Sushi and sashimi
- Filipino chicken inasal
- Filipino pancit bihon
- Filipino grilled bangus
- Japanese shrimp tempura
- Japanese salmon teriyaki
- Japanese chicken yakitori
- Greek chicken souvlaki
- Greek spanakopita
- Greek grilled halloumi with vegetables
The wine's
floral aromas, melon character, and refreshing acidity make it particularly versatile with seafood, poultry, fresh herbs, vegetables, and dishes with citrus or creamy elements.
