Domaine Begude Chardonnay Etoile 2022 French White Wine 75 cl 13,5%

Etoile means star in French, and with its brioche aroma and long finish, this Chardonnay isn't named by accident - one of Domaine Begude's most ambitious white wines.

Expert's Description

Domaine Begude Chardonnay Etoile 2022 is a White Wine from Limoux, France made from 100% Chardonnay, bottled at 13.5% ABV.

Etoile is a step up from the estate's base Chardonnay, with a bit more oak influence and longer lees contact, giving the wine a creamy texture and brioche-like complexity. The estate, sitting over 300 metres above sea level at the foot of the Pyrenees, is farmed fully organically.

Tasting Notes

Nose

Aromatic and balanced, with notes of brioche, apple and pear.

Palate

Full with buttery peach and lemon, good structure and a long finish.

Finish

Very long and naturally fresh.

Serving & Food Pairing

Serve at 10-12°C in a Burgundy glass. Pairs with chicken in creamy sauce, shellfish or creamy cheeses.

Specifications

Name: Chardonnay Etoile
Producer/Winery: Domaine Begude
Region/Country: Limoux, France
Appellation/Classification: IGP Haute-Vallée de l'Aude
Grape Variety(ies): Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
ABV: 13.5%
Size: 75 CL
Oak Ageing: Partial, French oak
Organic/Biodynamic: Organic
Vegan: No
Serving Temperature: 10-12°C
Decanting Recommended: No
Glass Type: Burgundy Glass

Flavour Profile

Full-bodied · Creamy · Aromatic · Long

Did You Know?

Etoile is the middle tier of Domaine Begude's three Chardonnay cuvées, sitting between the fresh Terroir 11300 and the more ambitious, oak-driven Arcturus.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Domaine Begude Chardonnay Etoile 2022

What does the name Etoile mean?

It's French for star, referring to the wine's ambitious position within the estate's Chardonnay range.

How does Etoile differ from Terroir 11300?

Etoile has more oak influence and longer lees contact, giving a creamy texture and brioche notes.

What does the wine taste like?

Brioche, apple and pear, with a full palate of buttery peach and lemon.

What food pairs with the wine?

Chicken in creamy sauce, shellfish or creamy cheeses.

Is the wine organic?

Yes, the whole estate is farmed organically.

What temperature should the wine be served at?

10-12°C, ideally in a Burgundy glass.