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Rafale Chardonnay
Rafale Chardonnay
IGP Pays d'Oc
A rich and crispy white wine from the South of France which offers citrus and white fruits flavours on the palate.
Soil
Cultivated on the plains and slopes of Languedoc and Roussillon in the South of France, where cold nights alternate with hot days.
Grape varieties
Chardonnay.
Production method
Grapes are monitored in the vineyard in order to ensure that the right balance of sugar and acidity is achieved before picking. After picking, they are destemmed and pressed through a pneumatic wine-press. Once clarified and cooled, the must ferments at 16-18°C. for 2 weeks.
Ageing
A few months in vats before early bottling.
Description
Pale yellow colour with green tints. The nose reveals fine and delicate aromas of white fruits and citrus. On the palate it is well balanced, fresh and crisp.
Storing
Should be drunk young, within 2 years of harvest in order to keep it fresh fruit character.
Serving suggestion
To be served as an aperitif or with seafood, white meat and pasteurized cheese.
Serving temperature
Chilled at around 8 to10°C.