100% Chardonnay.
Colour: bright golden yellow.
Bouquet: fine, complex nose with notes of vine peach, citrus and hawthorn.
Palate: a full-bodied, elegant wine revealing the purity and aromatic complexity of citrus and white blossoms. Long, mineral finish.
Ideal with hors-d’œuvres, buffets, cold appetizers, roast chicken or grilled salmon.
Serve chilled at a temperature of 12° to 13°C. (53-55°F.).
To be enjoyed young to fully appreciate its aromatic intensity.
This wine, with its perfect balance between aromatic power and minerality, has a true southern identity. It has also inherited the style and personality of the great Chardonnays produced for decades by Labouré-Roi.
The mainly south-facing vines benefit from maximum sunshine and are planted on clay-limestone soils in 3 different areas: the foothills of the Montagne Noire (Minervois), at the foot of the Cévennes (in the north of the Gard département) and in the upper Aude valley.
The 20-year-old vines grow at altitudes of between 250 and 400 metres, guaranteeing freshness, liveliness and structure.
Sourcing and selection of grapes, musts and juices. Separate vinification of each selected lot. Particular attention is paid to the pre-fermentation phase: careful de-stemming, progressive pressing with selection of the press juices, followed by cold stabulation to bring out the full aromatic potential of the grapes. Partial integration of the press wine during the blend according to tasting results. Maturation and ageing for 6 months on the lees to offer a very nice balance between purity and elegance.
2022 was a year of extreme weather conditions in the Occitanie region, with high temperatures and persistent drought, marked by several heatwaves in the summer. These conditions accelerated the ripening of the grapes, leading to an early harvest, starting as early as the end of August in some plots.
Yields varied across the region, with some vineyards recording significant drops in production due to water stress, while others maintained more stable yields.
Despite these challenges, the quality of the Chardonnay grapes harvested was remarkable. The berries were concentrated in aroma, with high sugar levels and good acidity, ensuring well-balanced wines. Intense aromas of white-fleshed fruit such as apple and pear, as well as notes of citrus and white flowers. On the palate, they are round and creamy, with a notable freshness and pronounced aromatic intensity.
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