Naturalys Gerard Bert Chardonnay 2016
This Chardonnay is both elegant and vibrant, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted white wine.
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The Naturalys Gerard Bert Chardonnay 2016 from Pays d’Oc is a delightful and expressive wine. In the glass, it shows a pale golden color.
The nose is inviting with aromas of citrus, white flowers, and a hint of vanilla. On the palate, it is smooth and unctuous, offering flavors of exotic fruits, such as pineapple and mango, complemented by subtle notes of vanilla and a touch of minerality.
The wine has a lively acidity that balances the richness, leading to a long and refreshing finish. This Chardonnay is both elegant and vibrant, making it a perfect choice for those who appreciate a well-crafted white wine.
The Naturalys Gerard Bert Chardonnay 2016 is produced with a strong emphasis on organic and sustainable practices. The grapes are sourced from vineyards in the Pays d’Oc region, known for its diverse terroir and favorable climate for Chardonnay. The vineyards are managed organically, ensuring that no synthetic chemicals are used, which helps to preserve the natural balance of the ecosystem.
During production, the grapes are hand-harvested to ensure only the best quality fruit is selected. The winemaking process involves a gentle pressing of the grapes, followed by fermentation in stainless steel tanks. This method helps to retain the fresh and vibrant fruit characteristics of the Chardonnay.
The wine is then aged on its lees for a period, which adds a subtle complexity and enhances the mouthfeel. This aging process also contributes to the wine’s creamy texture and rich flavors of exotic fruits and vanilla.
The result is a Chardonnay that is both elegant and expressive, reflecting the unique terroir of the Pays d’Oc region.
Chardonnay
From crisp unoaked versions from cool climates, to full-bodied and oak-aged versions from more moderate climates, and even to sparkling blanc de blancs, the flavors of Chardonnay can vary significantly, while also retaining common characteristics.
On the nose, unoaked, or ‘Chablis-style’ Chardonnays, tend to offer fragrant notes of green apple, pear, and citrus, with some chalky or mineral-like aromas.
Oaked Chardonnays, particularly those in the ‘Burgundian’ style, will often present rich aromas of peach, mango, and lemon, accompanied by notes of vanilla, butter, and often a hint of toasted bread or nuttiness due to the influence of oak, malolactic fermentation, and lees stirring.
On the palate Chardonnay offers a broad range of experiences depending on its style. Unoaked Chardonnays are typically lean and crisp, with high acidity, often resembling the freshness of a Sauvignon Blanc but with more body.
Oaked Chardonnays are known for their full-bodied, creamy mouthfeel, moderate acidity, and flavors of butter, vanilla, baking spices overlaying a stone fruit character. Despite the stylistic differences, both types tend to share a characteristic underlying note of apple or citrus. With age, no matter the style, chardonnay tends to develop hazelnut aromas. Most wines range from 12-14%.
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The Country
French wine, steeped in history and tradition, offers a rich tapestry of flavors and styles. Bordeaux’s iconic red blends—Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot—create wines with structured tannins and notes of blackcurrant, plum, and cedar. Burgundy’s Pinot Noir and Chardonnay yield velvety reds and crisp whites. Champagne sparkles with toasty brioche and citrus. The Rhône Valley boasts bold Syrah, while Alsace’s Riesling and Gewürztraminer express floral aromas. From Provence’s pale rosés to Corsica’s sun-kissed Vermentino, each bottle tells a story. Santé!
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The Region
Pays d’Oc wine region captures the zeitgeist of the current wine scene. Celebrating its thirty-year conquest, it lies at the core of France’s oldest wine region, founded in the 6th century BC. Pays d’Oc is best known for varietal wines, accounting for 92% of all French varietal wine.
