Antoine Chaya of the San Francisco Bay Area comes to his current role as senior director of strategic accounts for Oracle Corporation backed by experience as director of consulting in the company’s Atlanta office. In his free time, Antoine Chaya enjoys visiting Napa Valley and tasting the many wines the region has to offer. Here is a quick look at three of the most common types of white wine produced in the Napa region.
Chardonnay: One of the best known varietals in the world, Chardonnay often takes on such flavors as green apple, pineapple, and citrus. Although the specific flavors can vary based on the region in which the grapes were grown, Chardonnay is typically paired with shellfish, vegetable dishes, and white meat.
Sauvignon Blanc: Another perennial favorite, Sauvignon Blanc is a highly versatile wine that can range in flavor from peach and citrus to grass and herbs. Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with almost all fish, but it usually lacks the richness to stand up to shellfish or white meat.
Riesling: Often thought of as a sweet wine, Riesling takes on flavors like apricot, honeysuckle, and green apple. As such, Rieslings complement the flavors of soft cheeses and desserts, as well as certain types of cured meats.
Chardonnay: One of the best known varietals in the world, Chardonnay often takes on such flavors as green apple, pineapple, and citrus. Although the specific flavors can vary based on the region in which the grapes were grown, Chardonnay is typically paired with shellfish, vegetable dishes, and white meat.
Sauvignon Blanc: Another perennial favorite, Sauvignon Blanc is a highly versatile wine that can range in flavor from peach and citrus to grass and herbs. Sauvignon Blanc pairs well with almost all fish, but it usually lacks the richness to stand up to shellfish or white meat.
Riesling: Often thought of as a sweet wine, Riesling takes on flavors like apricot, honeysuckle, and green apple. As such, Rieslings complement the flavors of soft cheeses and desserts, as well as certain types of cured meats.