Appassionata - Chardonnay 2019 (750ml) Diolinoir

Appassionata - Chardonnay 2019 (750ml) DiolinoirAppassionata Chardonnay is the expressive summit of this classic Burgundian variety in the Willamette Valley. Fermented and matured in large (500 liter) oak casks, it rests on the full lees for two years before bottling. It then rests in our cellar for another year before its release, three years after vintage. The wines elegant texture, fine structure and extended maturation time ensure a long life for this vibrant Chardonnay.

Firm and forward

and a suggestion of flowers

The nose is balanced but incisive

(2/2018)94 points VinousThe 2015 Beychevelle comes across as much more powerful and plush in bottle than it did as a barrel sample

Acidity and tannic grip are evident but there is plenty to enjoy already

I loved the 2019 from barrel and am every bit as enthusiastic today

Marc-Antonin and Lucie own vineyards in the southernmost crus of Brouilly and Côte de Brouilly

but it is his desire to refine and improve that marks this out as an estate to watch

lemon granita

velvet-wrapped tannins that run so long

A bright and focused red

Purchased in 1937