Domaine de l'Arjolle

Equinoxe Chardonnay 2024

Côtes de Thongue | White | 2024

Domaine de l'Arjolle

Equinoxe Chardonnay 2024

Côtes de Thongue | Blanc | 2024

This 100% Chardonnay cuvée is the result of a meticulous harvest in late September. The grapes are gently pressed to extract refined aromas. Fermentation is carefully controlled at temperatures between 15°C and 18°C, followed by a combination of aging: two-thirds in barrels on the lees with bâtonnage, and one-third in tanks. This meticulous process develops an intense golden color and an aromatic profile blending ripe white fruits with toasted notes.

Regular Price 12.90€

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Country of Origin, France

Region, Languedoc

Appellation, Côtes de Thongue

Grape Variety(ies), Chardonnay

Certification,

Sweetness,

Winemaking, Stainless steel tank aging

Soil Type, Clay-limestone

Alcohol Content , 13.5%

Regular Price 12.90€
Equinoxe Chardonnay 2024
12,90 €

How to enjoy this wine?

Cuvée Profile

Round | Fruity

Serving Recommendations

Serve between 10° and 12°

Aging Potential

2 to 5 years

Our Review of the Cuvée

Upon opening, this Chardonnay reveals an alluring nose, combining freshness and richness. On the palate, the attack is soft and enveloping, offering an explosion of ripe white fruit flavors that pair perfectly with hints of toasted bread. The finish is long and delicious, enhanced by a hint of brioche and a touch of smokiness. Ideal with scallops or white meat. This wine offers perfect balance; its silky texture invites you to savor it and ensures a rich and delicate sensory experience.

Domaine de l'Arjolle

Domaine de l'Arjolle

Languedoc | France

Located in Languedoc, Domaine de l’Arjolle leverages a wide diversity of grape varieties, selected for their adaptability to the region's varied soils. This plot-by-plot mosaic approach enables the creation of wines with complementary profiles, emphasizing balance rather than the pursuit of a singular style.

White wines are crafted from carefully controlled maturities to preserve their natural freshness and tension. Red wines prioritize moderate extractions, resulting in supple textures and clear fruit expression, without heaviness. Depending on the cuvée, aging alternates between tank and wood, with brief barrel maturation employed when it enhances breadth without masking the grape's inherent character.

The overall winemaking philosophy aims for a clear interpretation of blends and terroirs, yielding fluid, direct, and approachable wines. The estate advocates a measured approach, focusing on overall coherence and profile legibility, rather than technical showmanship.