Sterling Vintner's Collection Chardonnay is a lively California white wine featuring fragrant aromas of fresh citrus fruits, Granny Smith apple, and lime. On the palate, ripe fruit notes of candied pineapple, Fuji apple, and lemon meringue emerge, with hints of baked apple pie, lemon curd, and toasted marshmallow as the wine evolves in the glass. The wine is crafted with grapes harvested in the cool morning hours and fermented with a combination of French (65%) and American oak (35%) to impart rich texture and added spice notes, with 100% malolactic fermentation for a smooth, buttery character.

This medium-bodied Chardonnay shows balanced, bright acidity with a flinty finish. With 14.5% alcohol content, it delivers a full-bodied character that enhances the richness of its flavor profile. The wine pairs well with seafood, chicken, creamy pasta, and soft cheeses. Sterling Chardonnay has been recognized by Wine Enthusiast with 87 points and is a popular value wine at Costco, praised for its smooth drinking quality, buttery notes, and pleasant combination of fruit and floral elements.