Collines aux Fossiles Chardonnay, France

2021 - As the name would imply, this golden chardonnay is grown on the ancient fossil laden soils of the Roussillon region of southern France. Influenced by the Tet River valley, this wine retains a beautiful freshness with aromas of pear, white peach, apricot, citrus, wet stone and light spice. Bright, refreshing, medium bodied with distinctive crisp minerally texture, good mouthwatering acidity and snappy finish. Built for fun, put a good chill on this chardonnay for dinners on the patio with grilled salmon, scallops in a mango chutney or a grilled spring vegetable and goat cheese salad. --Finn