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As one of the most popular grapes for growing and consuming, Chardonnay can be made in a wide range of styles depending on where it is grown and how it is made. These styles can vary from a sparkling Blanc de Blanc, or fresh fermented in stainless steel, to rich and creamy white wine aged in oak barrels. While Chardonnay can flourish in many environments, in its homeland of Burgundy, it can produce some of the most remarkable and longest-lived examples. Whereas from California it can produce both oaky, buttery styles as well as leaner, European-inspired wines. A Somm secret: the Burgundy subregion of Chablis, while typically using older oak barrels, produces a bright style similar to the unoaked style with high levels of acidity. Most people who do not like oaky/buttery Chardonnay may likely enjoy Chablis.
Notable regions for this grape include Burgundy (and Chablis) in France; Central Coast, Napa, and Sonoma in California; and Western Australia.
When pairing with meals, consider the characteristics, flavors, and acidity of your food first. You always want to try to match the same characteristics and intensities with your wine. No-brainer pairing options include seafood, salads, and white meat. Chardonnay, with its vast versatility, is everyone’s best friend.
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$65.00Named Dom Basle in homage to the great figure in the history of Champagne and the Montagne de Reims, the Cuvée Dom Basle – Brut Réserve is the great classic of Maison Delavenne.
This well-balanced Champagne combines finesse, regular fruitiness and consistency over time. Clear color with golden reflections. Notes of white dried fruits. A seductive roundness, a freshness associated with finesse. Can be enjoyed as an aperitif or with a meal.
Organic/biodynamic farming practices, native yeast fermentation, and less than 2,000 cases produced annually.
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$27.00This is Chablis as it should be: pure, mineral, and refreshingly complex. The half-bottle format makes it perfect for picnics, solo dinners, or as a crisp aperitif before a larger meal. It’s a snapshot of northern Burgundy terroir—refined deliciousness. Enjoy with sushi, sashimi, seafood pasta or goat cheese and crackers.
Organic farming practices, native yeast fermentation and less than 5,000 cases produced annually.
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$65.00Made by one of Burgundy’s most respected producers, this bottle is ideal for those who appreciate well-made Burgundy Chardonnay with a perfect balance of power and finesse. Santenay, known for its full-bodied whites, pairs wonderfully with a wide range of dishes thanks to the balance of richness and acidity in the wine. Enjoy with grilled scallops, lobster, roasted chicken, creamy pasta dishes, and soft cheeses like Brie or goat cheese.
Biodynamic farming practices, hand-harvested 30+ year-old vines, native yeast fermentation and aged for 12 months in barrel (12% new).
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$75.00
Fruit for this 1er cru White Burgundy comes from the highest vineyard site in Maranges (avg. 30 years in age). This is a sneaky premier cru that I think would keep an eye on. It may be the best valued Burgundy on the market.
Organic farming practices, hand-harvested, native yeast fermentation and aged for 12 months in barrel.
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$36.00Chablis is a staple at Argaux. So when we decide to add a new one to the book, you better believe we have done our homework. This particular bottle was chosen after it won a blind tasting against 17 different bottles of Chablis. We invited our top Chablis clients to join us for the battle and this wine was voted #1. Enough said. It is a must-try.
Organic farming practices, native yeast fermentation, aged on the lees in stainless steel tanks for 11 months and filtered before bottling (no fining).
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