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Whether you're seeking a steely Chablis for oysters, a textured Meursault for richer dishes, or a fruit-forward Australian Chardonnay for casual sipping, our selection offers quality across every style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePerfect for pairing with seafood, poultry, creamy pasta, and aged cheeses, Chardonnay remains the benchmark for premium white wine worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"clotilde-davenne-chablis-ac-2023","title":"Clotilde Davenne Chablis Village 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eA pristine village Chablis from Domaine Clotilde Davenne, a highly regarded producer in Préhy, southwest of Chablis. 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Hand-harvested at perfect ripeness, the first-press juice ferments naturally with indigenous yeasts and bacteria, no additions, no interventions. Bottled unfiltered and completely undosed, it speaks purely of place: red fruit and candy sweetness on the nose give way to buttery, lactic complexity, while the palate unfolds with elegant structure and silky suppleness. Wild fermentation, minimal handling, maximum flavour. 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It comes from XiaoPu, the nomadic project founded in 2017 by winemaker Ian Dai Hongjing, whose work focuses on low-intervention expressions of site across some of China’s most dynamic vineyard regions, particularly Ningxia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"837\"\u003eThe fruit is sourced from the rugged Doves Mountain area, where high altitude, intense sunlight and dramatic diurnal shifts shape wines of both concentration and freshness. Fermentation occurs with gentle skin contact, extracting texture, phenolic grip and aromatic nuance without overwhelming the wine’s natural balance. It is then matured in seasoned, neutral oak, allowing slow evolution and integration while preserving purity of fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"839\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eIn the glass, it shows a luminous amber hue. The aromatic profile is both vibrant and layered, with notes of grapefruit, kumquat and fresh apricot leading into more savoury and complex tones of bamboo salt, dried citrus peel, honeysuckle and oolong tea. Subtle oxidative hints and a delicate herbal edge add further intrigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1544\"\u003eThe palate is supple yet energetic, with a fine tannic structure from the skins giving shape and tension. Bright, natural acidity drives the wine, carrying flavours of preserved citrus, stone fruit and gentle spice through a long, textured finish. There’s a tactile quality here that feels both grounded and alive, reflecting the raw, windswept character of Ningxia’s landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1768\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eUnfined, unfiltered and made with minimal intervention, XiaoPu Tangerine 2024 captures the exploratory spirit of modern Chinese natural winemaking — a wine that is as much about place and philosophy as it is about flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49896287076545,"sku":"SK68537699","price":48.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/DE202D7F-23A8-4A1E-9168-2D8CDB98C3D6.jpg?v=1777866102"},{"product_id":"evening-land-seven-springs-chardonnay-2022","title":"Evening Land Vineyards Seven Springs Vineyard Chardonnay 2022 Oregon","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"721\" data-start=\"143\"\u003eFrom the windswept slopes of Eola-Amity Hills in Oregon, the 2022 Evening Land Seven Springs Chardonnay is a vibrant expression of cool-climate elegance. Evening Land Vineyards has long been dedicated to crafting wines that capture the character of their site with precision and grace. Seven Springs Vineyard, dry-farmed and nurtured under biodynamic principles, thrives on volcanic soils cooled by the Pacific breezes that sweep through the Van Duzer Corridor, giving the wine its distinctive clarity and mineral energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"723\"\u003eThe 2022 vintage opens with bright aromas of lemon verbena, green apple and golden orchard fruits, enriched by delicate notes of white flower and a saline whisper that speaks of the vineyard’s unique soils. On the palate the wine is lively yet refined, with crisp acidity carrying flavors of citrus zest, pear and subtle hints of vanilla through a long and layered finish. It is a Chardonnay that balances energy and poise, offering both immediate vibrancy and the promise of graceful development over time. This is a wine shaped by place, climate and careful hands, a true reflection of Evening Land’s vision and the cool coastal soul of Willamette Valley.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"723\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2022 Chardonnay Seven Springs Vineyard takes some time in the glass to shake off initial scents of flint and toast to reveal dried apple, beeswax and spicy undertones. The palate is understated and savory, offering textural breadth that extends its honey-nut flavors on the finish. It will benefit from 2-3 years in bottle. \u003cstrong\u003e91 Pts, Drink 2024-2034 - Erin Brooks, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1382\" data-start=\"723\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49896353005761,"sku":"SK31106120","price":120.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/FullSizeRender_7f2fad0a-03da-4352-80a3-43391752daf4.heic?v=1771151899"},{"product_id":"domaine-moreau-naudet-petit-chablis-2023","title":"Domaine Moreau Naudet Petit Chablis 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the understated charm of Domaine Moreau-Naudet's 2023 Petit Chablis, a wine that proves elegance doesn't require complexity. Stéphane Moreau's family legacy shines through in every sip, with delicate citrus and green apple notes dancing across a crisp, mineral-driven palate. Born from Kimmeridgian limestone soils in northern Burgundy, this vintage captures the essence of terroir with refreshing acidity and a whisper of white flowers. Light, lively, and endlessly approachable, it's the perfect gateway to Moreau-Naudet's philosophy of restrained sophistication, ideal for immediate pleasure or pairing with your next meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSourced from a large three-hectare vineyard in the plateau between Courgis and Beines, Moreau-Naudet’s 2023 Petit Chablis exhibits notes of peach, orange zest and honeysuckle. On the palate, it’s medium-bodied and textural yet bright, with lively acidity. Virginie Moreau notes that the site was affected by hail in April and May, but that does not seem to have altered its aromatic range. \u003cstrong\u003e88-89 Pts -  Kristaps Karklins, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"422\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49897696198849,"sku":"SK20287027","price":102.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/8D1EADBF-5BFD-4ABD-94F3-C7822782BA31.jpg?v=1771145729"},{"product_id":"lambert-chardonnay-2024","title":"Lambert Chardonnay 2024 Yarra Valley","description":"\u003cp\u003eHigh on an east-facing slope in the Yarra Valley, clone 95 thrives in granitic soils, and Luke Lambert lets it speak for itself. Whole-bunch pressed, naturally fermented, and aged in a seasoned foudre, this 2024 Chardonnay is minimalism at its finest. White blossom, cut hay, and citrus oil lead the charge, with umami undertones adding intrigue and a whisper of tension keeping things lively. Fresh and precise on the palate, it's richer than recent vintages yet still bright and energetic, a wine that knows exactly who it is and isn't afraid to show it. Pure Yarra Valley craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"849\" data-start=\"501\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49897720250561,"sku":"SK92263609","price":42.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/ED51B09F-CFB9-454A-9F47-9513DD43120A.jpg?v=1771144964"},{"product_id":"pyramid-valley-north-canterbury-chardonnay-2022","title":"Pyramid Valley Chardonnay 2022 North Canterbury NZ","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe 2022 North Canterbury Chardonnay is expressive and exotic on the nose—there are dried herbs and exotic spice, layers of dehydrated orange peel, graphite, white pepper, hints of yellow peach, flakes of sea salt and shaved fennel. In the mouth, the wine is rich and sapid; it penetrates deep into the palate and stains it with flavor. It holds a tight line of restraint and is a pleasure to behold. It’s satisfying and detailed. The wine went through 100% malolactic fermentation. “We're basically waiting for the acidity to drop before we pick it, so we get total acidities of 10 and get to do full malo,” says winemaker Huw. 14% alcohol, sealed under screw cap. Comparing this to the 2021, this is saline and crystalline, with crushed shells and saline acidity. A svelte wine. \u003cstrong\u003e94Pts, Drink 2023-2034 - Erin Larkin, The Wine Advocate\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimestone soils and cool maritime breezes craft something special in North Canterbury and Pyramid Valley knows how to let it shine. This 2022 Chardonnay is a masterclass in restraint: wild-fermented, lees-aged, and handled with the kind of care that lets the vineyard do the talking. Expect white stone fruit and lemon zest dancing with wild herbs, underpinned by a chalky minerality that keeps things honest. The palate is bright and layered, with a saline finish that lingers like a salty sea breeze. Organic and biodynamic from vine to glass, pure North Canterbury character in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49897729818817,"sku":"SK70883740","price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/CAC238E8-AE98-4EA9-9EB9-636F4ADC2947.jpg?v=1771144768"},{"product_id":"domaine-william-fevre-chablis-montmains-premier-cru-2020","title":"Domaine William Fevre Chablis 1er Cru Montmains 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeet Domaine William Fèvre's 2020 Chablis Montmains Premier Cru, a wine born from one of Burgundy's most storied slopes and crafted by masters who've been perfecting the art since 1959. Montmains sits on ancient Kimmeridgian limestone, a geological gift that delivers serious minerality and structure without pretension. Crack it open and you'll find green apple, citrus zest, and white flowers greeting your nose, backed by that signature flinty, chalky character that makes Chablis so irresistible. The palate is where it shines: bright, taut, and impossibly refined, with acidity that dances and a finish that lingers with purpose. This is Chablis stripped to its essence; pure, precise, and utterly captivating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eConsisting of roughly equal parts Montmains, Butteaux and Forêts (the three sous-climats of Montmains), the 2020 Chablis 1er Cru Montmains offers up aromas of crisp green apple, white flowers, bee pollen and oyster shell. Medium to full-bodied, satiny and concentrated, it's taut and precise, concluding with a saline finish. \u003cstrong\u003e92Pts, Drink 2023-2045, William Kelley - The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49897838608577,"sku":"SK25633851","price":125.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/6DCB0AC1-FD04-4D23-9D02-99DA033AC3C3.jpg?v=1771141460"},{"product_id":"gentle-folk-chardonnay-2025","title":"Gentle Folk Chardonnay Adelaide Hills 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade by Gareth and Prue Belton, Gentle Folk is a family-run Adelaide Hills estate rooted in care, detail, and sustainability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA pure and quietly expressive Chardonnay that leans into finesse rather than force, capturing the calm precision of cool-climate fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose opens with white peach, citrus blossom, and a touch of lemon curd, layered with subtle almond and a fine line of flinty minerality. There’s a softness to the aromatics, but also a sense of clarity and intention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it’s supple yet precise, with stone fruit and citrus gliding over a gently textured core. A whisper of oak adds shape rather than flavour, allowing the fruit and natural acidity to carry the wine forward. There’s an effortless balance here, where freshness and depth move in quiet harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish is clean, lightly saline, and persistent — leaving a delicate impression of citrus and mineral. A Chardonnay of restraint and detail, understated but deeply compelling.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49965378044097,"sku":"SK98731840","price":45.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/2025GentleFolkChardonnay.webp?v=1775528051"},{"product_id":"lethbridge-methode-ancestrale-2022","title":"Lethbridge Methode Ancestrale Sparkling Geelong 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlayful, textural, and full of personality. Made by the Nadeson family at Lethbridge in Geelong, this naturally sparkling wine is bottled mid-fermentation, capturing soft bubbles, cloudy charm, and bright flavours of green apple, citrus, and fresh bread dough. Dry, refreshing, and seriously fun to drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Ray is ever inquisitive, working across a panoply of varieties, from classic to those emerging in this country. He also works across many regions, across to Henty and further west to Mount Gambier and McLaren Vale. He also works in the Pyrenees, Riverland, Murray Darling, Heathcote… Beaujolais, even. That he stitches together all these into such a beautiful whole is much the magic of Lethbridge. Working with a wide variety of techniques and vessels, all the wines under the Lethbridge banner feel so purposeful, so necessary, and are deliciously leading lights in their respective categories.” \u003cstrong\u003eHalliday Wine Companion Top 100 Wineries 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49965410484417,"sku":"SK45463882","price":37.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/images_1.jpg?v=1777793505"},{"product_id":"mark-haisma-macon-villages-blanc-2023","title":"Mark Haisma Macon Villages Blanc 2023","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"210\" data-end=\"396\"\u003eA pale golden pour that opens with bright citrus, white peach and hints of wild herbs. There is a subtle floral lift and a whisper of stone fruit that makes it feel fresh and inviting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eCrafted by Mark Haisma, an Australian winemaker who honed his craft at Yarra Yering under Dr Carrodus, this Macon Villages Blanc carries his signature balance of precision and approachability. The palate is lively yet gentle, with mineral tension, a soft weight and a clean, lingering finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eA wine that feels alive in the glass, honest, expressive and utterly memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Points, James Suckling \u003c\/strong\u003e- \"Generous, lush and fruit-driven aromas of Meyer lemons, nectarines, flint and orange blossoms. The palate is fresh and focused with bright acidity and a generous mouthfeel. Excellent value with plenty to offer.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e87-89 Points, Jasper Morris\u003c\/strong\u003e - \"A pretty pale lemon. Quite light in bouquet, because these are really young vines. Fresh and with character, no great flesh or weight, but a good acid balance, a delicious aperitif Mâcon, with length.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50008817402049,"sku":null,"price":99.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/IMG_1183.jpg?v=1771906857"},{"product_id":"ochota-barrels-slint-chardonnay-2025","title":"Ochota Barrels Slint Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-(--header-height)\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"18cbfa6f-1a9f-4f01-8295-4c38f55c97bc\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-7\" data-scroll-anchor=\"false\" data-turn=\"user\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003carticle class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:f4f1c48a-f0ef-4eb5-9ce4-742821a49717-3\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-8\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-turn=\"assistant\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:--spacing(4)] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(6)] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:--spacing(16)] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"95dafdb1-dba9-4361-92c0-de2a5bbe7492\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-2\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[1px]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"33\"\u003eAlright, tasting it with you now…\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"35\" data-end=\"198\"\u003eThis is such a classic Ochota wine. You can feel that Adelaide Hills cool straight away. It’s bright, almost electric, but still soft and relaxed at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"200\" data-end=\"517\"\u003eTaras Ochota always made wines that felt honest, like they weren’t trying too hard. A bit rock and roll, but super precise. He worked all over the world before starting Ochota Barrels with Amber, and you can tell there’s confidence here. Nothing overdone. Just really well grown fruit and a light touch in the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eYou get that lemon zest and crisp apple first, then a bit of nectarine. There’s this flinty, mineral line that keeps it tight. No heavy oak, no butter. It’s more about tension and freshness. It feels alive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"727\" data-end=\"953\"\u003eWhat I love is that it doesn’t shout. It just quietly builds in the glass. You take another sip and it makes more sense. It’s the kind of Chardonnay you drink because you love Chardonnay, not because you want something flashy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"996\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eSuper pure. Super drinkable. 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Bottled with zero dosage at 0 g\/L, it reveals itself without adornment, guided purely by fruit, site, and patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose opens like a morning bakery: warm pastry and fresh bread layered with ripe pear and a gentle creaminess. There is generosity here, but always held in check.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it begins with a delicate, almost tender impression of sweetness before tightening into something more structured and composed. The succession of vintages brings subtle layers of freshness, ripeness, and early evolution. Chardonnay brings clarity and lift, while Meunier fills the mid-palate with roundness and quiet depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe finish settles into a richer, more serious register, carried by a fine, savoury bitterness that adds tension and length — leaving a lasting impression that calls you back for another sip.\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50119741112513,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/chavost-paradoxe-brut-nature.webp?v=1775217520"},{"product_id":"shaw-and-smith-m3-chardonnay-2025","title":"Shaw and Smith M3 Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp\u003eA benchmark Chardonnay from the cool heights of the Adelaide Hills, the 2025 M3 continues to walk that fine line between precision and quiet generosity. Sourced from elevated sites and shaped with restraint, it is a wine built on clarity, energy, and detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nose opens with citrus blossom, white peach, and nectarine, layered with grapefruit zest, a touch of flint, and a gentle almond and biscuit nuance from time in oak. There is both freshness and depth, the aromatics unfolding with calm confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, it is taut yet textural, driven by lemon curd, stone fruit, and a fine mineral line. Bright natural acidity carries the wine with precision, while careful oak and lees work bring a subtle creaminess that never overwhelms the fruit. It holds tension beautifully, balancing generosity with structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe finish is long, composed, and mineral, with lingering citrus, soft spice, and a quiet savoury edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Chardonnay that feels both composed and alive — where power is refined into finesse, and every element sits exactly where it should.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50121423519937,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/shopping_2.webp?v=1775305428"},{"product_id":"allouchery-perseval-la-comedie-champagne-rose-2019","title":"Allouchery Perseval La Comedie Champagne Rose 2019","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"93\" data-end=\"302\"\u003ePale copper rosé with a fine, persistent mousse. \u003cem data-start=\"142\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eLa Comédie Rosé 2019\u003c\/em\u003e is a terroir-driven, low-dosage grower Champagne from Écueil, 1er Cru in the Montagne de Reims, produced in extremely limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"304\" data-end=\"523\"\u003eThe blend is composed of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay, with colour achieved through the addition of vin rouge (saignée\/blended red wine component), contributing both aromatic precision and structural depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"525\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eThe 2019 vintage delivers ripe phenolic concentration while maintaining tension and drive. Vinification is highly controlled, with élevage predominantly in oak (alongside a small proportion in amphora), partial malolactic fermentation, and extended lees ageing of over four years. The wine is bottled without fining or filtration and finished with a low dosage of 2.3 g\/L, resulting in a precise, extra-brut expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1252\"\u003eThe nose is layered and detailed, showing redcurrant, blood orange and citrus oil, supported by white stone fruit, toasted hazelnut, brioche, and subtle spice from barrel influence. The palate is textural and vinous, underpinned by chalky mineral tension, fine mousse, and a long, saline-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1453\" data-end=\"1515\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eExtremely limited production from a micro-scale grower estate.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50126417789121,"sku":null,"price":186.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/allouchery.webp?v=1775528569"},{"product_id":"remi-leroy-champagne-rose-nv","title":"Remi Leroy Champagne Rose NV","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"0c3d9e24-4796-4a5d-a057-cf3bfc5d7931\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-turn-start-message=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"314\"\u003eRémi Leroy Rosé NV sits firmly in that grower Champagne space where detail matters more than scale. From \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCôte des Bar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in the south of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChampagne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, this is a Pinot Noir–driven rosé that leans into precision, structure, and quiet power rather than overt fruitiness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"316\" data-end=\"402\"\u003eGrapes: ~85–90% Pinot Noir, ~10–15% Chardonnay\u003cbr data-start=\"366\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eDosage: ~3–4 g\/L (Extra Brut)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"404\" data-end=\"761\"\u003eThe fruit comes from Kimmeridgian limestone soils, giving the wine its tension and mineral backbone. The rosé is made with a small proportion of still red Pinot Noir, adding depth of colour and a subtle savoury edge without losing freshness. Fermentation is primarily in stainless steel with some time in older oak, building texture while preserving purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"763\" data-end=\"1095\"\u003eOn the nose, expect wild strawberry, red currant, and blood orange, with layers of chalk, spice, and a gentle floral lift. The palate shows fine, persistent mousse, bright acidity, and a core of red fruit wrapped in a slightly savoury, vinous structure. There’s grip here, making it more gastronomic than your typical aperitif rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1097\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003eThis is rosé Champagne with intent — sharp, mineral, and quietly powerful. It shines with food like tuna crudo, duck, or charcuterie, but still holds its own in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1270\" data-end=\"1340\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFinishes long, dry, and precise. Drink now or over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"z-0 flex min-h-[46px] justify-start\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-center\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"inline-flex border border-gray-100 dark:border-gray-700 rounded-xl\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bg-token-main-surface-tertiary w-px flex-1 self-stretch\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50126421786817,"sku":null,"price":186.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/REMY_ROSE.jpg?v=1776741409"},{"product_id":"maurice-chopin-champagne-damery-brut-nature-2019","title":"Maurice Chopin Champagne Damery Brut Nature 2019","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"46\" data-end=\"214\"\u003ePale gold with a fine, energetic mousse, this Brut Nature Champagne from Damery in the Vallée de la Marne is a precise, low-intervention expression from Maurice Chopin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"426\"\u003eThe blend is composed of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Meunier, sourced from estate vineyards in and around Damery. The 2019 vintage brings natural ripeness and breadth while maintaining clarity and tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"428\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eVinification is carried out in a low-intervention style with parcel-based fermentation, followed by extended lees ageing in bottle to build texture and complexity. The wine is bottled without fining or filtration and finished with an extremely low dosage of 0.5 g\/L, effectively highlighting a Brut Nature style profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"754\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eThe nose is finely detailed, showing citrus zest, white flowers, green apple and stone fruit, layered with subtle brioche, almond and chalk-driven minerality. The palate is linear and precise, driven by high acidity, fine mousse and a strong saline backbone. The near-zero dosage amplifies purity, showcasing a sharp, focused and mineral-driven finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1255\"\u003eA highly transparent, terroir-expressive Champagne that prioritises tension, precision and site character over overt fruit or winemaking influence.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50126452785345,"sku":null,"price":186.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Maurice-choppin-damery-2019-en.webp?v=1777188700"},{"product_id":"charles-dufour-champagne-bulles-de-comptoir-13","title":"Charles Dufour Champagne Bulles de Comptoir #13","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"265\"\u003ePale gold with a dynamic, fine bead, \u003cem data-start=\"91\" data-end=\"115\"\u003eBulles de Comptoir #13\u003c\/em\u003e is a non-dosé, artisanal multi-vintage Champagne from the Côte des Bar, produced by Charles Dufour in small-scale, highly hands-on cellar conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"267\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eThis release is based on a multi-vintage blend with a dominant recent base (incl. 2021\/2020 components depending on disgorgement batch), built around Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with a significant proportion of reserve wines aged in barrel and tank to build complexity and continuity across the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"958\"\u003eVinification is low-intervention and parcel-driven, with fermentations carried out using indigenous yeasts and a combination of stainless steel and oak. The wine undergoes extended lees ageing in bottle, contributing texture, depth and savoury complexity. It is bottled as Brut Nature (0 g\/L dosage), with no liqueur d’expédition, preserving full tension and transparency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003eThe nose is expressive and layered, showing citrus oil, ripe orchard fruit, quince and red apple skin, alongside toasted nuts, pastry dough, spice and a subtle oxidative complexity from barrel influence. The palate is textural yet precise, driven by chalky minerality, saline structure and a fine, energetic mousse. The finish is long, dry and highly saline, with a savoury, slightly oxidative edge typical of the Bulles de Comptoir series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1572\"\u003eA gastronomic, boundary-pushing Champagne that sits firmly in the “grower artisan” category, prioritising complexity, texture and expression over consistency or typicity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50126461436097,"sku":null,"price":180.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Cuisine.png?v=1775530966"},{"product_id":"domaine-milan-le-grand-blanc-2019-provence","title":"Domaine Milan Le Grand Blanc 2019 Provence","description":"\u003cp\u003ePerhaps Domaine Milan's most iconic cuvée, Le Grand Blanc is a wine built to age — up to 20 years, according to the domaine. And they do the first part of that aging themselves. This 2019 spent 12 months in old oak barrels, followed by a further five years in a concrete tank before being bottled in May 2025. Patient, unhurried, and deeply considered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe blend is Chardonnay, Muscat à Petit Grains, Grenache Blanc, Rolle, and Roussanne — all direct-pressed and co-fermented. The vines are approximately 35 years old, rooted in silty clay over a subsoil of blue marl, a combination that brings both weight and a quiet, stony tension to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Milans describe it beautifully: \"Exceptionally fresh. Aromas of fennel and garrigue dominate the nose and palate, with a long, stony finish that underscores its minerality.\" We also love longtime cellar master Sébastien Xavier's reaction when we tasted it with him last year. He simply said: \"It gives me goosebumps.\" He has helped make this wine for 20 years. That says everything.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn the nose it opens with layered citrus — lemon peel, preserved lemon, and grapefruit — alongside white peach, pear, and subtle floral notes. With time in the glass, more complex tones emerge: almond, chamomile, beeswax, and a faint saline, Mediterranean herbal edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe palate is medium-bodied with a broad but defined texture, carried by a firm line of acidity that keeps everything focused. There is both volume and precision, with a gentle phenolic grip adding shape through the mid-palate. The finish is long, dry, and slightly saline, with a mineral persistence that speaks clearly of its Provençal origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApproachable now with air, it has the frame to evolve and reward patience. 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The estate, rooted in the region since the 1920s, is now led by Nina Dubois, whose light touch and clear vision shape a style focused on purity, freshness and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"431\" data-end=\"919\"\u003eThe Tradition Brut is the house’s calling card, a classic blend of 50% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Noir and 25% Pinot Meunier that balances the brightness and tension of the Côte des Blancs with the depth and structure of the Pinots. Fermented with partial malolactic on the Chardonnay and full malo on the Pinots, then aged on lees for 24 to 36 months, the wine shows both energy and roundness without losing its edge, finished with a dosage of 5–6 g\/L that keeps everything tight and precise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"1171\"\u003eIn the glass, it opens with lifted citrus, green apple and a subtle floral note. The palate is crisp and focused, driven by a lemony line of acidity, layered with a gentle creaminess from lees ageing and finishing with both freshness and quiet power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1418\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eFresh, citrus-driven and finely structured, this is a beautifully balanced grower Champagne that works effortlessly as an aperitif or alongside oysters, light seafood or simple canapés, delivering both immediate drinkability and clear character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50166185427137,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/champagne-herve-dubois-brut-tradition.png?v=1777338297"},{"product_id":"woodlawn-traditional-method-sparkling-c241-nv-tamar-valley-tasmania","title":"Woodlawn Traditional Method Sparkling c241 NV Tamar Valley Tasmania","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"80\" data-end=\"369\"\u003eCrafted in the classic traditional method, the Woodlawn NV sparkling captures the charm and drinkability that make this style so appealing. 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There's great value here.”\u003cbr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e— Dave Brookes, 93 points\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1964\" data-end=\"2090\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eA composed and expressive cool-climate Chardonnay, offering both immediacy and quiet complexity, with a strong sense of place.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50176269910209,"sku":null,"price":40.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/1203a871-fae7-ef11-ac3f-02954333b573_24834-750.webp?v=1777796069"},{"product_id":"domaine-vincent-tremblay-chablis-2025","title":"Domaine Vincent Tremblay Chablis 2025","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"235\"\u003eA strikingly pure expression of \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eChablis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, the 2025 Domaine Vincent Tremblay captures everything that makes great Chablis so irresistible tension, salinity, precision and quiet power beneath its restraint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"237\" data-end=\"661\"\u003eGrown on the region’s famed Kimmeridgian limestone soils, this Chardonnay opens with crystalline aromas of preserved lemon, green pear, white peach skin, oyster shell and crushed chalk, layered with delicate white florals and a whisper of sea spray. 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The vineyards span mature plantings dating from 1970 to 2009 and sit on a mix of sand-rich limestone soils that are key to the wine’s lifted, energetic profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eThe cuvée is built around site transparency: each parcel is vinified separately before blending, ensuring that the final wine reflects the diversity of Merfy’s terroirs rather than a homogenised NV style. The 2022 base release is composed of 50% Chardonnay and a 50% split between Pinot Noir and Meunier, giving both aromatic lift and structural depth. Around half of the blend is reserve wine, adding continuity and mid-palate layering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eVinification is split between predominantly old oak barrels of varying sizes and a smaller proportion of stainless steel, allowing for both texture development and preservation of freshness. The élevage on lees, combined with careful oxidative handling in barrel, builds complexity without losing precision. Dosage remains restrained, keeping the focus on tension and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eThe 2022-based Sainte Anne shows a vivid interplay of citrus, orchard fruit and spice, with a distinct saline, chalk-driven backbone. Aromatically it moves through confited lemon, orange peel, baked pear and subtle baking spice, underpinned by a firm, energetic structure. The palate is layered and dynamic, with both volume and drive, finishing long, precise and slightly savoury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Each year I seek a new champagne discovery and 2025 will be remembered as the year I fell in love with Alexandre Chartogne. This beautifully expressive and character-laden wine, sourced mostly from bio-dynamic family plots around the village of Merfy, near Reims, is one of my favourite wines of the year. It’s a melange of confited citrus and vigorous spices, a wine of genuine energy and intrigue, with a degree of layering and complexity that make its price tag look decidedly modest.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2105\" data-end=\"2108\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97 points, Nick Ryan, The Australian\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"mt-3 w-full empty:hidden\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread-bottom-container\" class=\"sticky bottom-0 z-10 group\/thread-bottom-container relative isolate w-full basis-auto has-data-has-thread-error:pt-2 has-data-has-thread-error:[box-shadow:var(--sharp-edge-bottom-shadow)] md:border-transparent md:pt-0 dark:border-white\/20 md:dark:border-transparent print:hidden content-fade single-line flex flex-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative mx-auto h-0\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"thread-bottom\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 mb-[var(--thread-component-gap,1rem)]\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"w-full\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pointer-events-auto relative z-1 flex h-(--composer-container-height,100%) max-w-full flex-(--composer-container-flex,1) flex-col\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/main\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Appellance","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50278968950977,"sku":null,"price":145.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0843\/3428\/0897\/files\/Chartogne-Taillet_Cuvee_Sainte_Anne_Brut_NV_Champagne_Disg._Apr_2025.webp?v=1780273113"},{"product_id":"laherte-freres-blanc-de-blancs-brut-nature-nv-disg-aug-2025","title":"Laherte Freres Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature NV Champagne Disg. 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The vineyards are farmed biodynamically, and the geological mix—chalk, chalky clay (marl), with pockets of flint and schist—creates a dual expression of crystalline tension and subtle textural breadth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"875\"\u003eThe chalk-dominant soils drive the wine’s hallmark saline, citric intensity and linear drive, while the marl components contribute a more rounded fruit core and mid-palate presence. The 2022 base is complemented by around 40% reserve wines from the previous two vintages, building complexity and continuity across seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"877\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eVinification is deliberately low-intervention and textural: primary fermentation takes place across a mix of barrique, foudre and tronconique cask, preserving both site nuance and structural depth. The wine is aged for just over two years on lees before hand disgorgement, with no dosage added, emphasising purity, tension and terroir expression rather than softness or sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1655\"\u003eThe result is a sculpted, highly energetic Blanc de Blancs defined by precision and drive. Aromatically it moves through citrus peel, lemon oil, green apple and white flowers, underpinned by a pronounced chalky, saline backbone. The palate is tightly coiled yet layered, with a fine interplay between crystalline acidity and subtle phenolic grip, finishing long, focused and electrically mineral.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1948\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eNow benefitting from extended post-disgorgement ageing, the latest release shows greater integration and definition, with its tension sharpened rather than softened. 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The parcels lie below the Premiers Crus except Pot Bois, which is one of Chassagne’s highest vineyards and sits above the Clos Saint-Jean. Les Houillères also deserves a callout, sitting, as it does, below Bâtard. The average age across these vines is 30 years. This is always outstanding, and the 2023 is no exception.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"501\" data-end=\"833\"\u003eThe wine is built from a mosaic of sites that are kept separate during élevage before final blending, allowing each terroir to contribute its own nuance while preserving a cohesive village expression. The result sits in a classic Chassagne register: a touch of mid-palate generosity balanced by underlying drive and mineral tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003eThe 2023 vintage shows both breadth and precision, with a texture that is supple and slightly creamy but always anchored by a defined line of acidity. It’s a style that prioritises balance over austerity, giving early approachability without sacrificing structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"1099\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The 2023 Chassagne-Montrachet Village comes from eight different parcels around the appellation, kept separate during the élevage. It has an attractive bouquet with yellow plum and praline scents and a light brioche aroma that intensifies with aeration. The palate is well balanced with a keen line of acidity, fresh and poised with good presence and tension on the finish. This will be irresistible.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1513\" data-end=\"1516\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e90–92 points, Neal Martin, Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1856\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Seven plots in various locations, all suited to chardonnay. 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There’s also some Clos du Village, one of the new parcels in Meursault that Leroux picked up in 2017. These sites are mostly lower in the village, but Leroux also used fruit from the higher white marls of Bois de Blagny, which brings drive and a salty\/mineral backbone to the layered fleshiness of the other Meursault fruit. Each of these sites is certified organic and biodynamically managed. The oldest vines date back to 1944.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"784\"\u003eFermentation and maturation took place in a combination of 300-litre and 600-litre barrels before the wine was transferred to foudre and stainless steel to complete élevage, preserving both textural depth and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003eThe result is a Meursault that balances generosity with lift: white orchard fruit and subtle stone fruit richness are framed by a fine line of acidity and a distinct mineral tension, giving the wine shape and clarity through the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"786\" data-end=\"1022\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Their own vines. A pale lemon and lime colour. There is an attractive and ele\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003egant fruit without too much weight. A little more on the palate to establish the Meursault credentials, white fruit with well-judged oak behind, a little note of toast perhaps, adequate acidity and very good length. 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A small portion of purchased fruit from the Hautes Côtes de Beaune above Pernand-Vergelesses is included to add lift and aromatic tension. In total, the blend comes from six parcels, all vinified and matured in large casks and foudres to preserve freshness and site expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"432\" data-end=\"776\"\u003eUnlike many Bourgogne Blancs sourced from lower, flatter ground across the Côte, Leroux’s holdings sit on the lower slopes of Meursault, just beneath village-level sites but still on the upper side of the D974. This positioning gives the wine a natural balance between ripe Meursault-like fruit and the cooler energy of higher altitude parcels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"778\" data-end=\"1178\"\u003eThe 2023 shows a generous but controlled profile, with white orchard fruit and subtle yellow fruit tones building across the palate. 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