Savaterre Chardonnay 2021

Light straw with green Chartreuse tinges. The bouquet is a play between refinement and concentration. It slowly reveals itself over time. Complex , powerful and multi dimensional. It hints at the pent up power and energy.

Initial glimpses of pear, white peach, preserved lemon, lime blossom, galangal, white flowers, grilled almond, subtle gun flint and exotic spices such as curry leaf, nutmeg and allspice in the background. All defined within a mineral framework.

The palate confirms its pedigree. Power, complexity, minerality and incredible length interwoven seamlessly. Multiple hints of white peach, pear, preserved lemon, almond and spice are framed within a tight mineral frame. It finished with a long and ever-increasing complex finish.

This is a long lived, powerful, complex wine that was born of a great season. Patience and cool cellaring will reward those who can resist consuming it young. If consuming under 5 years please decant for at least an hour for maximum enjoyment. Will continue to improve over the next 8 – 15 years. Winemaker notes