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Princess and The Bear

2022 Chardonnay Classique
Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
100% Chardonnay
Appellation
AOP Malepère
Alcohol %
13

2022 Chardonnay Classique

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SKU: DGChardonnay22

This is a fine unoaked Chardonnay with real personality. The attack is taut and fine with freshness and lemon blossom lushness. The wine is medium-bodied, with secondary notes of fresh apples and pears.  A short period of lees contact imparts richness and lovely body to the wine.

This is a perfect wine for lemon butter seafood dishes and also more complex dishes such as chicken curry.

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Wine Specs
Vintage
2022
Varietal
100% Chardonnay
Appellation
AOP Malepère
Alcohol %
13
Wine Profile
Vineyard Notes
Malpere is the most western of the Languedoc appellations in the foothills of the Pyrenees Mountains.. Its location up against the barrier of the Pyrenees provides altitude and fresh temperatures to complement the warm Mediterranean climate of the Languedoc. The domaine grows beautiful fruit from the cooler climate grape varieties Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Malbec and Cabernet Franc . The vineyards are situated on clay-limestone soil and the favorable high altitude location tempers the summer heat creating fine wines with great freshness and elegance. Eco friendly with high environmental care and ‘HVE’ certification. Thus, the HVE certification demonstrates that the domaine uses sustainable practices while meeting the high expectations of consumers concerned about the quality of their food and the future of the planet.
Production Notes
The harvest is done by hand in small bins in order to guarantee the pristine quality of the fruit as the clusters arrive in the nearby cave for vinification. The modest yield on these plots is about 7000 to 8000 kg/ha (55-60hl/ha). Grapes are harvested at night to preserve the freshness of the fruit. Direct pressing with a selection of the most qualitative juices. The clear juices are then vinified in stainless steel temperature controlled vats at temperatures of 64-68 °F. The wine is then matured in stainless steel vats for only a few months in order to preserve all the freshness and aromatic expression of the grape.
Winemaker Notes
Since the installation of the great-grandfather, Jean Girard, in 1928 in his native village of Alaigne, the operation has continued to evolve as each generation has contributed to building the domaine. In 2000, Philippe Girard, the fourth generation winemaker, gave birth to the very first vintages of the “Domaine Girard” label. He fell in love with the vine from an early age when he followed his father in the vineyards. Heir to an exceptional terroir renowned for the strong typicity of its wines, Philippe perfects his know-how so he can reveal the best of the AOP Malepère.
Food Pairing Notes
This is a perfect wine for lemon butter seafood dishes and also more complex dishes such as chicken curry.
Other Notes
Ageability: Drink now or throughout 2023.