Les Chemins de l'Arkose
Chardonnay Oppidum 2022
Côtes d'Auvergne | Blanc | 2022
With tank fermentation using indigenous yeasts and full malolactic fermentation, this wine reflects a winemaking approach focused on authenticity and naturalness. The vineyards, located at an altitude of 450 to 500 meters, lend the wine remarkable freshness. These conditions result in a fruit-forward profile and a memorable freshness.
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Within 2 business hoursCountry of Origin, France
Region, Auvergne
Appellation, Côtes d'Auvergne
Grape Variety(ies), Chardonnay
Certification, Organic
Sweetness,
Winemaking, Stainless steel tank aging
Soil Type, Clay-limestone
Alcohol content, 13.0%
How to enjoy this wine?
Cuvée Profile
Round | Mineral
Serving Recommendations
Serve between 10° and 12°
Aging Potential
2 to 5 years
Our Review of the Cuvée
This wine opens with a bright, light-gold color. The subtle nose reveals delicate aromas of warm apple, melted butter, and candied lemon. On the palate, the texture is round and full-bodied, with a lush richness accompanied by a crisp freshness. The fruit is savory, balanced by a taut and clean finish, where notes of ripe pear and citrus peel blend with a delicate bitterness. This energetic combination of bitterness and astringency lends a lovely liveliness, revealing the unique volcanic terroir from which the wine originates.
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