Description

Chardonnay from the limestone and marl slopes of the Côtes du Jura, made in a fresh, fruit-led style rather than the oxidative manner the region is famous for. The nose is bright and inviting, with green apple, lemon curd and white peach, lifted by a touch of white flowers and a gentle hazelnut note from time in barrel. There is a subtle savoury edge underneath, a hint of the Jura’s characteristic nuttiness without any of the sherried character.

The palate is crisp and well balanced, with ripe orchard fruit set against a mineral, almost saline backbone and lively acidity that keeps everything taut. Texture is the quiet star here, creamy and gently rounded in the middle before a clean, chalky finish that carries citrus and toasted almond. It is versatile at the table and works well with roast chicken in cream sauce, river fish, shellfish, or Comté and other mature hard cheeses. Serve lightly chilled rather than ice cold to let the nuttiness come through.