Combe Rocher Reserve Pays D'Oc Chardonnay 2021 (France)

Combe Rocher Reserve Pays D'Oc Chardonnay 2021 (France)French oak Apricot & fig Nougat & outmeal Silky & creamy "Beautifully elegant and inviting, the wine shows apricot, fig, lemon peel, nougat and oatmeal nuances on the nose. The palate delivers excellent weight and fine flow, wonderfully complemented by creamy texture and well pitched acidity, finishing silky and delightfully complex. At its best: now to 2025" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Sep 2021 "From the south of France with nectarine, melon, lime citrus

• French oak
• Apricot & fig
• Nougat & outmeal
• Silky & creamy

"Beautifully elegant and inviting, the wine shows apricot, fig, lemon peel, nougat and oatmeal nuances on the nose. The palate delivers excellent weight and fine flow, wonderfully complemented by creamy texture and well-pitched acidity, finishing silky and delightfully complex. At its best: now to 2025" Sam Kim, Wine Orbit, Sep 2021

"From the south of France with nectarine, melon, lime/citrus and very subtle oak flavours. Simple, appealing wine supported by gently tangy acidity. Good purity and moderate intensity. Good value at this price. In the style of Mâcon" Bob Campbell, Master of Wine, Real Review, Sep 2022

"Aromas and flavours of apple and pear, white peach and citrus with a light wood quality, a touch of vanilla and white stone minerality. A light creamy texture touches the palate first with contrasting acidity, fine tannins and flavours that reflect the bouquet. Crisp and dry with moderate length, balanced and ready to drink from 2023 through end of summer 2025" Cameron Douglas, Master Sommelier

Pale, bright gold in colour with enticing aromas of vanilla, lime blossom, lemon curd and pear. The palate is harmonious, with a creamy mouthfeel. This gorgeous Chardonnay ends with a clean, bracing acidity, carrying the flavours to a lingering finish.

Produced by the highly acclaimed LGI wines, awarded Best French Still Wine Producer at Berliner Wein Trophy in 2017, 2018 and 2019! Originally the brainchild of Alain Grignon, who had a vision of making affordable, classic French wines designed specifically for the international market. Now under the supervision of oenologist Xavier Roger.

The Combe Rocher (literally ‘rocky valley’) range is one of pure authenticity crafted from carefully selected terroirs, situated on high altitude slopes, with rocky soils. The terroir effect is very noticeable in this region due to the great variety of winegrowing microclimates that create an expression of the grape varieties that is unique. This specific Chardonnay is sourced from lowland vineyards from the Pays d’Oc, planted on calcareous marls. These well-drained soils, located close to the Canal du Midi, are protecting the vines from drought as the Chardonnay needs enough watering to produce balanced and healthy grapes with great aromatic intensity.The grapes are harvested early in the season, in the fresh morning. The pressing is very gentle, in a pneumatic press preserving quality. 30% of the wine ferments under the influence of French oak. The balance is fermented at cooler temperatures in vat without malolactic influence to preserve the freshness of the wine. The wine is aged 6 months on its fine lees with regular stirring to add richness of texture and nutty complexity.

Food Pairing: Enjoy this wine lightly chilled, with chicken in lemon butter Niçoise salad, Quiche Lorraine, creamy cheeses, pork and rich seafood dishes.