PB Chardonnay 2023

We use traditional Burgundian winemaking methods. The fruit was hand-picked in stages during early April and then the whole bunches gently pressed. The non-clarified juice was then put into large French oak barrels (puncheons), 70% of which were old in order to limit pickup of oak flavour. In the summer after harvest it started to go through spontaneous secondary (malolactic) fermentation. It was regularly tasted during this time and the fermentation was stopped when the ideal balance was obtained. It had approx 12 months maturation prior to bottling.

In the glass it has an enticing light gold sheen. Immensely complex and seductive, the bouquet shows melon, pineapple and nashi pear, underpinned with toasty barrel spice, crushed thyme and a whiff of gun flint. On the concentrated palate there is outstanding weight and texture, a creamy mouthfeel supported by beautifully judged acidity. Opulent, yet delivered with grace, harmony, and a long refined finish.