2020 Michel Gahier Arbois Chardonnay “Les Crêts”
Jura, France
$94.00
The 2020 Michel Gahier Arbois Chardonnay “Les Crêts” is a distinguished white wine from the Jura region of France, exemplifying the unique characteristics of the area.
The wine displays a bright, straw-yellow colour with subtle golden highlights. On the nose, it offers complex notes of ripe pear, hazelnut, and honey, accompanied by hints of almond and a touch of spice. The palate is full-bodied with a rich, creamy texture, balanced by lively acidity. Flavours of ripe fruits, nuts, and a lingering minerality are present, leading to a long, satisfying finish.
The Chardonnay grapes are sourced from the “Les Crêts” vineyard, situated on clay-limestone soils in Montigny-lès-Arsures. This location imparts a distinctive minerality and depth to the wine. Practices include organic farming, manual harvesting, and spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts. The wine undergoes aging for 15 months in large, neutral oak foudres, which enhances its complexity without overpowering its natural characteristics.
